Our Mission
Disability Law & Advocacy Center of Tennessee (DLAC) advocates for the rights of Tennesseans with disabilities to ensure they have an equal opportunity to be productive and respected members of our society.
What we do
For people who qualify, DLAC may be able to assist with problems related to their disability like:
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Abuse and neglect outside of the home
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Discrimination in housing, transportation, employment
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Access to public and private programs and services
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Access to mental health, rehabilitation and support services
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Access to appropriate education programs and services
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Obtaining and utilizing assistive technology services and devices
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Access to vocational rehabilitation services that promote employment and independence
Direct Services
Direct services are individualized and may include the following:
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Information and materials
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Referrals to programs and services
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Training and technical assistance
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Investigations of abuse and neglect
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Negotiation and mediation remedies
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Information to develop self advocacy skills
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Individual or systems advocacy
- Individual or class action litigation
Agency Activities
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Monitoring state and federal policies and regulations
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Legislative education
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Collaboration with disability, parent and consumer organizations in systems change advocacy activities
There are no fees for advocacy services. However, there may be fees for training, information packets and aspects of legal representation.
Eligibility
All people with disability related concerns are eligible for our information and referral services. Due to limited resources, acceptance of direct advocacy and legal cases must be determined by federal guidelines and public-driven priorities that are approved by our Board of Directors. Our toll-free advocacy assistance unit handles all requests for services, and all information referral services. Visit the Contact Us page for all contact information.
