As an AFM client, you have the right to:
- Expect that the information you provide will be treated in a confidential manner. No personal information will be shared outside of the AFM without your written consent except:
- if you disclose any abuse, past or present, or circumstances that require a report to a child welfare agency under The Child and Family Services Act
- if there is danger of harm to yourself or to another person
- if your file is subpoenaed by a court of law or if a staff member is subpoenaed to testify in a court of law
- if a law of Manitoba or Canada requires it
- in the course of a medical emergency
- Be listened to and treated with respect
- A safe environment free from discrimination
- Have all the information so you can decide on the most appropriate program
- Refuse to disclose information
- Have your support network involved in your rehabilitation if possible
As an AFM client, you have the responsibility to:
- Attend and participate to the best of your ability in all scheduled sessions
- Discuss any issues or concerns with your counsellor and to ask questions where needed
- Treat others with respect
- Respect the rights and confidentiality of others
- Be aware that AFM programs are voluntary