Resident Rights Statement: The Right to an Independent Treatment Specialist or Legal Counsel

The resident has the right to consult with an independent treatment specialist or legal counsel at their own expense.

A recovery home should support the resident to speak with their health care provider and follow their medical advice. The recovery home should never prevent a resident from seeking appropriately credentialed medical, mental or behavioral health services. Respecting this right maintains an ethical operating environment and separates the recovery house from any treatment facilities.

Also, residents should be free to seek legal advice and counsel if they feel that they need it. The resident rights statement should be clear that the resident can seek these services at their own expense, and that the home is not responsible for paying for such services.

Course Syllabus

Not Enrolled

Creating a Resident Rights Statement

	1. Resident Rights Statement: Overview
	2. Resident Rights Statement: The Social Model of Recovery
	3. Resident Rights Statement: Legal Rights
	4. Resident Rights Statement: Communicate Rights Before Agreements are Signed
	5. Resident Rights Statement Assessment #1
	6. Resident Rights Statement: Required Elements
	7. Resident Rights Statement: The Grievance Process
	8. Resident Rights Statement: The Right to Exercise Rights
	9. Resident Rights Statement: The Right to File a Grievance
	10. Resident Rights Statement: The Right To Be Informed of Charges
	11. Resident Rights Statement: The Right To Receive Written Receipts and Detailed Statements
	12. Resident Rights Statement: The Right to an Independent Treatment Specialist or Legal Counsel
	13. Resident Rights Statement: The Right to a Full Explanation Regarding the Restriction or Loss of House Privileges
	14. Resident Rights Statement: Signature Line
	15. Resident Rights Statement Assessment #2
	16. Resident Rights Statement: Other Considerations
	17. Resident Rights Statement: Best Practices
	18. Resident Rights Statement: Sample
	19. Resident Rights Statement Assessment #3
	20. Resident Rights Statement: Homework Assignment
	21. Resident Rights Statement: NEXT STEPS