Living with a disability often means having to trust those who provide support and care. Too often, that trust is violated through words or actions. It’s a real problem, with a real solution. One that begins with each of us.
Take the pledge to treat people like people.
“I pledge to treat people like people, offering others, including myself, dignity and respect. I will ask others how they want to be treated, listen patiently to their answer, and do my best to address their need.”
In addition to many more unreported cases that impacted vulnerable adults in Minnesota.
Abuse can take many forms. For a comprehensive look at how Minnesota’s state statues define abuse and neglect of individuals with disabilities click below.
In Minnesota we know we are better off together.
Our state must be a leader in ensuring that everyone has an opportunity to thrive. Disparities in Minnesota, including those based on race, geography and economic status keep our entire state from reaching its full potential. As long as inequities impact Minnesotans’ ability to be successful, we have work to do. Our state will recognize its full potential when all Minnesotans are provided the opportunity to lead healthy, fulfilled lives.
Hear Governor Walz share his thoughts on how treating people like people makes Minnesota stronger. Click video.
Minnesota’s 2015 Olmstead Plan was designed to move the state forward, toward greater integration and inclusion for people with disabilities so that “Minnesota will be a place where people with disabilities are living, learning, working, and enjoying life in the most integrated setting.” Treat People Like People moves Minnesota closer to achieving the Olmstead Plan goal of preventing abuse and neglect of people with disabilities.