Know your RIGHTS!

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The right to be treated at all times with courtesy and respect and with full recognition of their dignity and individuality;

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The right to an appropriate, safe, and sanitary living environment that complies with local, state, and federal standards and recognizes the persons' need for privacy and independence;

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The right to food adequate to meet accepted standards of nutrition;

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The right to practice the religion of their choice or to abstain from the practice of religion;

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The right to timely access to appropriate medical or dental treatment;

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The right of access to necessary ancillary services including, but not limited to, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and behavior modifications and other psychological services;

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The right to receive appropriate care and treatment in the least intrusive manner;

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The right to privacy, including both periods of privacy and places of privacy;

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The right to communicate freely with persons of their choice in any reasonable manner they choose;

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The right to ownership and use of personal possessions so as to maintain individuality and personal dignity;

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The right to social interaction with members of either sex;

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The right of access to opportunities that enable individuals to develop their full human potential;

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The right to pursue vocational opportunities that will promote and enhance economic independence;

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The right to be treated equally as citizens under the law;

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The right to be free from emotional, psychological, and physical abuse;

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The right to participate in appropriate programs of education, training, social development, and habilitation and in programs of reasonable recreation;

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The right to participate in decisions that affect their lives;

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The right to select a parent or advocate to act on their behalf;

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The right to manage their personal financial affairs; based on individual ability to do so;

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The right to confidential treatment of all information in their personal and medical records;

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The right to voice grievances and recommend changes in policies and services without restraint,

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The right to be free from unnecessary chemical or physical restraints;

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The right to participate in the political process;

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The right to refuse to participate in medical, psychological, or other research or experiments.

Waiting Lists

We are committed to providing necessary and approved services to eligible individuals in a timely and effective manner. Services are available based on the Board's established priorities and comply with all rules applicable to service delivery and waiting list administration. When available resources are not sufficient to meet requests, a waiting list will be established.  Currently, Residential Alternatives (waiver-funded or supported living services)  are the only services within Clinton County for which a waiting list exists. 

Confidentiality

We are committed to protecting the confidentiality of information and records regarding consumers, families and staff. This includes all forms and formats in which information is maintained and stored, such as hard copy, photocopy, microfilm and electronic data. Identifiable information is not disclosed, other than to contract agents of the Board and to local, state and federal authorities, without the knowledge and written consent of the person or legal guardian.  We are required to provide annual notice of our Confidentiality/Privacy Rights Policy.  Follow the link to view our Confidentiality Policy:

Confidentiality Policy

Non-discrimination

Any individual, agency or service provider who enters into contract with Clinton County Board of DD must act in a non-discriminatory manner both as an employer and as a service provider. Further, they shall act without regard to the race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability or any other unlawful basis.

Complaint Resolution

Complaints involving programs, services, policies or administrative practices of the Board or entities under contract with the Board are handled in compliance with section 5123:2-1-12 of the Ohio Administrative Code. This process ensures the protection of the rights of individuals currently enrolled in or eligible for enrollment in Board-operated programs. Eligibility determination, arranging appropriate services and any denial, resolution or termination of services are covered by the complaint resolution process. The Board will assist individuals with the administrative resolution of complaints or any other applicable appeal procedures promulgated by the Ohio Department of Education, Ohio Department of DD, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services or Ohio Department of Health.  We are required to provide annual notice of our Complaint Resolution Policy.  Follow the link to view our Complaint Resolution Brochure and learn more about this policy:

Complaint Resolution Brochure

If you believe that a person with a disability is being mistreated, abused, or neglected, call:

Service and Support at (937) 382-7889 or the State Abuse/Neglect Hotline at (866) 313-6733.