Your Client’s Rights
GAIN promotes transparency, respect, and accountability in the client-practitioner relationship.
- YOUR CLIENTS RIGHTS
- the right to a safe and secure environment
- the right to fair and unbiased treatment regardless of race, sexual orientation, age, religion or political views.
- the right to a professional relationship free of violence, abuse, demeaning, intimidating or aggressive behaviour.
- the right to be free of mental, physical, sexual and financial abuse.
- the right to privacy and confidentiality of records and discussions.
- the right to ask questions.
- the right to be heard.
- the right to be involved and make informed decisions about their health care and personal health information.
- the right to accept or decline any given recommendation or plan.
- the right to transparency regarding fees and the services a client will receive, including any risks and anticipated benefits.
- the right to request alternative services, within reason, without fear of reprisals, coercion or interference.
- the right to express concerns about services.
- the right to seek a second opinion or additional professional help.
- the right to stop services at any time.
- the right to withdraw.
- the right to request a copy of your file or have your file shared to other qualified practitioners.
(signed consent required).
the right to withdraw consent including sharing information, client agreements & liability waivers.
the right to be consulted or informed of any changes in your services.
the right to file a complaint with The Global Association for Integrative Nutrition
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