Organization
Disability Rights Ohio(DRO)
Ohio's federally designated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) system and Client Assistance Program, empowering people with disabilities to advance rights, access, and equity through legal advocacy and systemic change. DRO provides free legal representation, investigation of abuse and neglect, and public policy reform work statewide.
About
Disability Rights Ohio (DRO) is a nonprofit corporation that has served as Ohio's Protection and Advocacy system since 2012. As the state's P&A agency, it is federally mandated and empowered to investigate abuse and neglect of individuals with disabilities and to bring legal action on their behalf.
What They Do
DRO provides legal advocacy, representation, and non-legal support on issues including abuse and neglect, discrimination, special education, housing, employment, community integration, and voting rights. Translation services are available, and the organisation accepts cases without regard to income level.
Who They Serve
Adults and children with any disability across all of Ohio — including people in institutions, hospitals, schools, and the community — who face rights violations, discrimination, or barriers to services.
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