As someone accessing mental health and wellbeing services, your rights are covered under the Health and Disability Act.

In summary, this means you have the right to:

• Always be treated with respect, dignity, honesty, and care
• Receive full information about health and support services that are available to you
• Receive support that lets you live well in the communities of your choice
• Choose who you would like to be involved in your recovery journey.
• You have the right to receive services that meet agreed standards and you have the right to make a complaint.

Below are some helpful services.