The code and your rights
When you use a health or disability service in New Zealand, you have the protection of a Code of Rights.
hdc.org.nz/your-rights/the-code-and-your-rights
Everyone using a health or disability service has the protection of a Code of Rights. | Kei ngā tāngata katoa te haumarutanga o te Tikanga Mōtika me ka mahi te ratonga hauora, hauātanga rānei.
Right 1
The right to be treated with respect | Mana
Right 2
The right to fair treatment | Manaakitanga
Right 3
The right to dignity and independence | Tū rangatira Motuhake
Right 4
The right to appropriate standards | Tautikanga
Right 5
The right to effective communication | Whakawhitiwhitinga whakairo
Right 6
The right to be informed | Whakamōhio
Right 7
The right to choice and consent | Whakaritenga mōu ake
Right 8
The right to support | Tautoko
Right 9
Rights during teaching and research | Ako me te rangahau
Right 10
The right for your complaint to be taken seriously | Amuamu