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You do not have to do this alone. These groups help people with disabilities and families for free or low cost.
This page is general information in plain language. It is not legal advice. For help with your own situation, contact one of the free helpers listed on this page.
Free help in every state
Protection and Advocacy (P&A)
Every state and territory has a federally funded disability rights agency. They help with abuse, neglect, school, community living, voting, and more.
Find your state's P&AClient Assistance Program (CAP)
Free help with vocational rehabilitation problems. Usually part of your P&A.
Find your CAPParent Training and Information Centers
Free help for families with special education.
Find your Parent CenterLegal aid
Free civil legal help for people with low incomes, including benefits and housing.
Find legal aidADA National Network
Free answers about the ADA from regional centers. Call 1-800-949-4232.
VisitState Council on Developmental Disabilities
Guides, trainings, and connections in your state.
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Search the Atlas for advocacy and legal help, or see your state's key contacts.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Laws, dollar amounts, and program rules change. Check with the agency named on this page before you make a decision.