Article 1: Self-determination and Support for Self-help
Everyone in need of long-term care and assistance has the right to support for their self-help efforts, so as to enable them to live a life which is as selfdetermined and independent as possible. more ›
Article 2: Physical and Mental Integrity, Freedom and Security
Everyone in need of long-term care and assistance has the right to protection against any physical or mental threats. more ›
Article 3: Privacy
Everyone in need of long-term care and assistance has the right to the safeguarding and protection of his or her private and intimate sphere. more ›
Article 4: Care, Support and Treatment
Everyone in need of long-term care and assistance has the right to qualified, health- promoting care, support and treatment tailored to his or his personal needs. more ›
Article 5: Information, Counselling, Informed Consent
Everyone in need of long-term care and assistance has the right to be fully informed of the possibilities and opportunities available for counselling, care and treatment. more ›
Article 6: Communication, Esteem and Participation in Society
Everyone in need of long-term care and assistance has the right to esteem, interaction with others and participation in the life of society. more ›
Article 7: Religion, Culture and Beliefs
Everyone in need of long-term care and assistance has the right to live according to his or her culture and beliefs and to practice his or her religion. more ›
Article 8: Palliative Support, Dying and Death
Everyone in need of long-term care and assistance has the right to die in dignity. more ›
