The Bill of Client Rights has been developed to assert and promote the dignity and worth of all of the people who use the services of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). The Bill of Client Rights expresses the truth that clients are first and foremost human beings with the same rights as every Canadian. The clients, families and staff of CAMH who have worked together to develop the Bill of Client Rights want it to be a
living document that will grow and change as it helps to create an organizational culture of mutual respect. The Bill of Client Rights is intended to emphasize the rights of clients rather than organizational convenience. Policies at CAMH should be consistent with the Bill of Client Rights. CAMH is committed to upholding all the rights of people under the law. The rights outlined in the Bill of Client Rights may be restricted by law or by order of a court or Review Board; or, they may be
restricted reasonably to ensure the protection of the rights and safety of the individual and/or others. The restriction of some rights leaves other rights intact. The Board of Trustees of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health endorses the Bill of Client Rights and, in so doing, creates a number of expectations: that the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and every one working at CAMH—including volunteers and students—will respect and uphold the Bill of Client Rights; will
promote awareness and understanding of the Bill of Client Rights; and will interpret the Bill of Client Rights as broadly and generously as is consistent with its responsibility to clients collectively. Every client has the right to be provided with a written copy of, and assistance in understanding the Bill of Client Rights, and to have it posted at CAMH's main entrances and wherever clients receive services. CAMH's Client Relations Services works with the CAMH Bill of Client Rights and the health care team to optimize the hospital experience for clients. Right #1: Right to be Treated with RespectEvery client:
Right #2: Right to Freedom from HarmEvery client:
Right #3: Right to Dignity and IndependenceEvery client:
Right #4: Right to Quality Services that Comply with StandardsEvery client:
Right #5: Right to Effective CommunicationEvery client:
Right #6: Right to be Fully InformedEvery client:
Right #7: Right to Make an Informed Choice, and Give Informed Consent to Treatment
Right #8: The Right to SupportEvery client:
Right #9: Rights in Respect of Research or TeachingEvery client:
Right #10: Right to ComplainEvery client:
The complaints process described above applies to the CAMH Client Relations Office. This is the internal CAMH mechanism for complaints. The Psychiatric Patient Advocate Office offers independent, individual advocacy for clients. The Empowerment Council offers independent systemic advocacy for clients. What are three client rights?Client rights include:
To be free from having unreasonable arbitrary decisions made about you. To receive prompt and adequate treatment. To refuse any treatment, including medications. To refuse or to give informed consent to participate in drastic treatment or in experimental research.
What are the legal rights of a person admitted to an inpatient mental health facility ATI?Are guaranteed the same civil rights as any citizen such as, right to vote, due process, humane treatment, Informed consent and right to refuse treatment, and freedom from harm. one type of voluntary admission where the patient is free to go when they want.
What legal rights are guaranteed to a client diagnosed with a mental disorder that has been hospitalized?Be treated with respect and dignity. Have their privacy protected. Receive services appropriate for their age and culture. Understand treatment options and alternatives.
How can you help a client with mental health issues?What emotional support can I offer?. Listen. Simply giving someone space to talk, and listening to how they're feeling, can be really helpful in itself. ... . Offer reassurance. Seeking help can feel lonely, and sometimes scary. ... . Stay calm. ... . Be patient. ... . Try not to make assumptions. ... . Keep social contact.. |