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Protection & Advocacy (P & A)

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Overview:

If you are having difficulty with a state agency and/or service provider and have exhausted all avenues of reconciling it, you can request assistance from Protection and Advocacy. The Protection and Advocacy (P & A) Division protects and advocates for human and legal rights of Kentuckians with disabilities. It attempts to resolve client complaints through negotiation and other informal means, but has the federal and state authority to pursue resolutions administratively or through the courts. P & A provides the following advocacy services:

  1. A review of complaints to determine if rights have been violated and an explanation of the findings;
  2. Client-directed representation by an advocate;
  3. Information about rights, benefits, service agencies and referrals when appropriate;
  4. Training to increase self-advocacy skills and awareness of laws and regulations that affect the rights of persons with disabilities.

The mission on P & A is to protect and promote the rights of Kentuckians with disabilities through legally based individual and systemic advocacy, and education.

Eligibility Requirements:

P & A has the authority to serve residents of Kentucky with disabilities provided their complaints relate to their disability and they are not otherwise represented. With the input of consumers, P & A develops priorities each year. The priorities determine what cases P & A can accept.

Application Process:

If you feel that you qualify for services you can contact P & A by calling (800) 372-2988, or visiting http://www.kypa.net

Contact Information:

Protection & Advocacy
100 Fair Oaks Lane, Third Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601
Local: (502) 564-2967
Toll Free: (800) 372-2988

 

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