Disability Rights Texas

Because people with disabilities are at a greater risk for abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violation of legal and human rights, protection and advocacy organizations like Disability Rights Texas are needed.

Mission:
Our mission is to help people with disabilities understand and exercise their rights under the law, ensuring their full and equal participation in society.

Vision:
We envision a society where all people are treated with dignity because each human being has worth.

Values:
– People with disabilities have basic human needs that are no different from those of all people.
– They have a right to freedom from neglect, exploitation, discrimination, and isolation, and a right to be included in all aspects of their communities.
– Disability is a natural part of the human experience.
– Disability does not diminish the right to live independently or to exert control and choice in your life.

How to Apply: Intake through Dallas office or by appointment. M-F tollfree (800) 252-1908. Call or write to request service. Face to face appointment not necessary

Support: Federal and special grants

Services: A nonprofit corporation funded by the U.S. Congress to advocate for the legal rights of persons with disabilities in Texas. Offices statewide. No fees are charged.

Regional Manager: Betty Black, LMSW, ACP

Contact:
(214) 630-0916
V/TDD/TTY (866)362-2851
Toll Free (800)252-9108