District Of Columbia § 44-105.02 - Self-determination, choice, independence, participation, and privacy.
Full text of District Of Columbia D.C. Code § 44-105.02 — Self-determination, choice, independence, participation, and privacy., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44-105.02. Self-determination, choice, independence, participation, and privacy.
44-105.02A resident shall have the right to be treated at all times as follows:
Courteously;
Respectfully;
With full recognition of personal dignity and individuality; and
With assurance of privacy and the opportunity to act autonomously and share in the responsibility for decisions.
A resident of an ALR shall have the right to live in an environment that:
Maintains and enhances the resident’s dignity, independence, and respect in full recognition of his or her individuality and physical and mental capabilities;
Is creatively designed to counter loneliness, depression, dependence, boredom, and designed to manage difficult behavior;
Provides opportunities for socialization, social interaction, leisure activities, and spiritual and religious activities consistent with the preferences and background of the resident; and
Facilitates participation by arranging for transportation and assisting with communication and social skills and other services.
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Source: official District Of Columbia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 44-105.02 ("Self-determination, choice, independence, participation, and privacy.") is part of the D.C. Code, the codified statutory law of District Of Columbia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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