Disability Rights Arkansas

Disability Rights Arkansas is the independent, private, nonprofit organization designated by the Governor of Arkansas to implement the federally funded and authorized Protection and Advocacy systems throughout the state. They provide services including information and referral, short-term assistance, technical assistance, legal representation, systemic advocacy, monitoring, and training. Disability Rights Arkansas services are provided free-of-charge and are independent from state and local government. They strive to serve their clients' expressed wishes and have the authority to protect human, civil, and legal rights of all Arkansans with disabilities consistent with state and federal law. Disability Rights Arkansas provides advocacy services to individuals, monitors facilities, and investigates abuse and neglect. They have the authority to have reasonable unaccompanied access to provide information, training, and referrals to individuals with disabilities and to monitor compliance with individual rights. Disability Rights Arkansas is located at 400 West Capitol Ave, Suite 1500 in Little Rock, Arkansas, and can be reached by phone at (501) 296-1775 or by email at Info@DisabilityRightsAr.org.