Organization
Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services(Mo P&A)
Missouri's designated Protection and Advocacy system providing free legal advocacy and rights protection to Missourians with any disability. Mo P&A handles cases involving abuse, guardianship, benefits, employment, community integration, and disability discrimination.
About
Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services (Mo P&A) is the Governor-designated Protection and Advocacy system for Missouri, headquartered in Jefferson City. As a member of the National Disability Rights Network, Mo P&A holds federal authority to investigate abuse and neglect in facilities and advocate for systemic change across the state.
What They Do
Mo P&A provides legal representation, informal advocacy, training, and information and referral to Missourians with disabilities. Key focus areas include removing unlawful guardianship, securing disability benefits, addressing housing discrimination, supporting community integration, and protecting individuals from abuse in institutional settings.
Who They Serve
Missourians with any disability — physical, cognitive, psychiatric, or sensory — of any age and income level, with priority for those experiencing the most critical rights violations.
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