Section 5310.62. Client rights in residence

The community residential rehabilitation service (CRRS) must insure that each client:

(1) Is free to communicate, associate, and meet privately with persons of the client’s choice.

(2) Has access in reasonable privacy to a telephone in the building in which the client resides. A standard pay telephone may be used. Arrangements must be made by the CRRS with the clients for payment of long-distance calls.

(3) Has access to the United States mails, may write and send uncensored mail at the client’s own expense and may receive, unopened, mail addressed to the client.

(4) Has the right to privacy of self and possessions.

(5) Has the right to confidentiality concerning information about the client.

(6) Is able to keep in the client’s room personal possessions and items of furniture.

(7) Is encouraged to exercise the client’s rights as a citizen, for example, voting.

(8) Is free to voice grievances and recommend changes in the policies and services of the CRRS in accordance with the client grievance procedure specified in § 5310.11(d)(4) (relating to governing body).

(9) Is not required to participate in research projects.

(10) Has the right to manage personal financial affairs.

(11) Has the right to practice the religion or faith of the client’s choice.

Notation

Cross References

This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 5310.91 (relating to special requirements for community residential rehabilitation service (CRRS) serving children).