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Preventing and remedying abuse and neglect of individuals in mental health facilities, nursing homes, community provider residences and schools. |
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Ensuring appropriate discharge planning from mental health facilities and access to appropriate mental health services. |
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Enforcing the right to a free public education for children with developmental disabilities.
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Advocating for the right to appropriate health care, assistive technology and other services for individuals with disabilities.
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Assisting individuals with disabilities through the Client Assistance Program (CAP) to obtain the services they need from Vocational Rehabilitation and other Rehabilitation Act funded programs.
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Remedying housing discrimination against individuals with disabilities under the Fair Housing Act.
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Remedying discrimination by enforcing the Americans with Disabilities Act including:
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advocating for a greater accessibility to public places, businesses and governmental offices and services |
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promoting integration and equality in public services and programs |
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employment rights for individuals with disabilities |
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