The document argues that the right to care must be understood and applied from a human rights perspective, especially taking into account persons with disabilities. Although care has traditionally been addressed from an assistance-based perspective, it has not always incorporated the voices or needs of persons with disabilities.Within this framework, it is stated that the right to care is a human right; it should be recognized as part of the right to a dignified life, personal development, and autonomy. Human interdependence demands a shift away from the paradigm of self-sufficiency toward one that values mutual need for care.Likewise, care should not involve the substitution of decision-making or create forced dependency. Support for decision-making and access to personalized and community-based support services should be promoted.Finally, the State must guarantee care systems that respect the dignity and rights of individuals, including the funding, regulation, and monitoring of such services.
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