OAR 309-011-0130: Policy

The Addictions and Mental Health (AMH) Division shall adopt a policy that supports and promotes self-determination for persons receiving mental health services. The policy shall be designed to remove barriers that: (1) Segregate persons with disabilities from full participation in the community in the most integrated setting in accordance with the United States Supreme Court decision in Olmstead v. L.C., 527 U.S. 581 (1999); and (2) Prevent persons with disabilities from enjoying a meaningful life, the benefits of community involvement and citizen rights guaranteed by law.