Advocacy
Developmental Disabilities Assistance (DD Act) Programs
A network of federally funded programs in every state that provide advocacy, legal protection, research, training, and community services for people with developmental disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and Down syndrome. Includes State DD Councils, Protection and Advocacy agencies, and University Centers for Excellence.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program – Free Advocacy for Nursing Home and Assisted Living Residents
Free advocacy, complaint investigation, and rights protection for residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, board and care homes, and other long-term care settings. Ombudsmen investigate complaints about quality of care, abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, and rights violations, and work to resolve problems on behalf of residents.