My Rights and why they're important

Support people should tell you what is happening and why. 

Example: Your therapist tells you “Today, we are going to play a game and practice our listening skills.” 

Your ideas and feelings are important. You get to share what you think and be listened to. 

Example: Your therapist asks “What would you like to do today?” 

Everyone should be kind and respectful. You should always feel safe. 

Example: Your support worker uses kind words and smiles when you’re together. 

You can do therapy or have support in a way that feels good and works for you. 

Example: You learn better when you are moving around. Your support worker makes sure to include active activities. 

If you need a break, you can say ‘stop’ or ‘no’. It is okay! You can take a break or ask to do things in a different way. 

Example: When you do not like an activity or find it too hard your therapist lets you take a break. They then change it to make it better. 

Your personal information is private and should be kept safe. 

Example: Your therapist talks to you about who they share information with. They also ask what information you would like them to share. 

You should always be treated fairly, no matter what. 

Example: Your therapist or support worker treats you with respect and so do any other people they work with. 

Therapists should use the best and newest ideas that are proven to help. They should share these with you so you get the best support. 

Example: Your therapist learns a new, helpful way to teach a skill and shares it with you. 

You have the right to let people know if something feels wrong, unfair or uncomfortable. You can tell your therapist or support worker or if you do not think you can do this, you can speak with another adult you trust to get their help. 

Example: You were doing an activity with your therapist. You did not feel good doing it. You told them