Principle #5: Respect and dignity are the foundation
Preserving the respect and dignity of all individuals is fundamental to the success of the active living movement.
The principles of dignity of risk, age appropriateness, personal satisfaction and freedom of choice are fundamental to providing programs and services for, by and to people with disabilities. Participation options should be available which are personally challenging and demanding, they should be geared to the participants' age group, and they should be varied enough that individuals can choose from a wide range of activities.