NPSA Charter of Rights 1.    The right to a full and detailed assessment of needs at the time of diagnosis of the disability, to regular assessments thereafter, and to all essential services arising from the assessment; 2.    The right to free and full medical care and all aids as necessary; 3.    The right to an education geared to the potential and abilities of the person; 4.    The right to training and to meaningful work where appropriate; 5.    The right to live as independent and social a life as possible with appropriate support, including proper income support and full access to public services; 6.    The right to be free from discrimination and from economic, sexual, or other forms of exploitation; 7.    The right to long-term care when the need arises; 8.    The right of people with disabilities, their parents, guardians and siblings to participation and consultation in the formulation and implementation of all policies which affect the lives of people with disability; 9.    The right of people with disabilities, their parents, guardians and siblings to elect their own representatives onto boards of all service providers, including all statutory agencies, to ensure effective representation; 10.    The right of parents, guardians and siblings of people with a disability to counselling, support and respite care when needed, and to information and consultation about the needs of their child, irrespective of age.