Human Rights

It is the policy of the Arc of Greater Brockton to protect and promote the human and legal rights of the individuals we serve and for whom we advocate as outlined in DDS Policy 115 CMR 3.00.

The basic mission of the Human Rights Committee is to review, monitor, and investigate the activities of the program with regard to the human and civil rights of persons served by the program. The committee also offers support and guidance in their areas of expertise as it relates to the Human Rights of the people we support.

The Human Rights Committee is composed of a minimum of five members, at least three of whom are participants, parents of participants, or advocates, and not more than one of who shall have any direct or indirect financial or administrative interest in the program or in the Department of Developmental Services.

The Human Rights Committee consists of The Arc of Greater Brockton staff, The Arc of Greater Brockton individual program attendees (advocates), and family members (parents/siblings).

The committee members have experience and knowledge relevant to the duties of the committee. The committee also includes a physician or nurse, allied health professional or clinical specialist, and an attorney, paralegal, or law student.

The Human Rights Committee ensures that all program participants are educated about their rights at their annual review. Each participant receives a copy of The Arc of Greater Brockton Human Rights booklet. The Case Manager reviews the Human Rights booklet with each individual.