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Nursing Manual
Values
The underlying principle of all
human services programs in Oregon is the belief in the worth, uniqueness,
and dignity of all Oregon's citizens. The mission of Oregon's Developmental
Disability (DD) Services is to assist persons with disabilities to achieve
control of their lives, competence in dealing with community living and participation
in satisfying lifestyles based on the same aspirations as all Oregon's citizens.
The following statements are values that govern and guide services funded,
authorized, and regulated through the Office of DD Services:
- All people, with or without disabilities,
have the same inherent value and fundamental human rights. Community services
should actively foster consideration and respect for the dignity and worth
of people with developmental disabilities and their families.
- All community services should
be "consumer-driven" and committed to the principle of local
empowerment. Individuals, families, and their advocates should have a decisive
role in the planning, design, funding, operation and monitoring of community
services.
- Community services should assist
persons with developmental disabilities to acquire and use practical skills
in a manner that promotes their independence, productivity and integration
into the community.
- Behavioral intervention strategies,
when needed, must be based on positive approaches. Punitive approaches
that inflict physical or emotional pain or suffering are prohibited.
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