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Human Rights Committee
The purpose of the Human Rights Committee is to safeguard the human rights of people receiving developmental disability services in Vermont. The Committee provides an independent review of restraint procedures proposed or occurring within the supports provided by the developmental disability service system. This includes review of policies, procedures, trends and patterns, individual situations and individual behavioral support plans that authorize the use of restraint procedures. The goal of the Human Rights Committee is to ensure that the use of restraints is appropriate and necessary. Proposed plans and the use of restraint must be in compliance with the Developmental Services Behavior Support Guidelines. The Human Rights Committee assists presenters/teams in developing positive alternatives to restraint procedures.
Information and Resources
Meeting Schedule, and Minutes
The Human Rights Committee meets on a bi-monthly basis or as needed. Minutes of these meetings are confidential.
Contact Information
Division of Disability and Aging Services
Phone: 802-241-2648
Committee Members
| Name | Affiliation |
|---|---|
| Committee Chair Clare McFadden |
Division of Disability and Aging Services |
| Nicole Brisson |
Northwestern Counseling and Support Services |
| Matthew Bryant | Vermont Legal Aid |
| Linda Chaim | Franklin Northwest Supervisory Union |
| Pat Frawley | Vermont Crisis Intervention Network |
| Terry Holden |
Parent, AAWARE Parent Support Organization |
| Kelly Homiller | Champlain Community Services |
| Denise Joy |
Lamoille County Mental Health |
| Kathy Pittaway | Vermont Crisis Intervention Network |
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