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Learn about your right to make big and small decisions

This Easy Read fact sheet says that you have a right to make decisions by yourself or with support.
Who is it for?
People with intellectual disability
What is it about?
Supported decision making
Who made it?
IDRS
When was it made?
It was created
3 months ago
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Why do we trust it?

Because it was made to help, not for profit.

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You have the right to make choices about your health.

This fact sheet says that there are four steps to making a good decision. You must:

  1. Understand all the information. 
  2. Understand what your choices are. 
  3. Think about what will happen because of each choice. 
  4. Make your choice.

Sometimes, you can do these 4 things and make a decision by yourself. Other times, you may need help to do some of the things on the list.

is when someone helps you understand and think about your choices.

The fact sheet explains supported decision making. The fact sheet says who can support you when you need to make a choice.

Remember, it is your right to choose. Other people can help you but they should not make the choice for you.

We trust this resource

We trust this resource because it is:

  • Made to help, not for profit
  • Made by people who know a lot about the topic
  • Made in Australia

We've checked this resource, and you can follow our guide to know if health information is true and right for you.

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IDRS

IDRS is a free service for people with intellectual or other cognitive impairment in New South Wales. IDRS works alongside people with cognitive impairment to promote and protect their rights.