Services should be interdisciplinary and coordinated. The needs of individuals and their families transcend all disciplines and agencies. Agencies, professionals, governmental entities, advocacy organizations, and consumers should network to assure a coordinated holistic system of supports and resources. Services should be provided by qualified personnel who are sensitive to individual needs across cultures. All individuals and families have the right to interface with personnel who are highly trained and sensitive to their particular needs and cultures.
Cultural diversity is to be respected by all personnel.