Indiana Disability Rights

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Indiana Disability Rights We are an agency that provides legal and other advocacy services to people with disabilities. Indiana Disability Rights was created in 1977 by state law (Ind.

Code 12-28-1-6, as amended) to protect and advocate the rights of people with disabilities and is Indiana's federally designated protection and advocacy system and client assistance program. It is an independent state agency, which receives no state funding and is independent from all service providers, as required by federal and state law. Indiana Disability Rights is governed by a 13-member commission, which sets the agency's priorities and is advised on mental illness matters by a 10-member advisory council. Indiana Disability Rights staff includes disability rights advocates and attorneys who have the authority to pursue appropriate legal and administrative remedies on behalf of people with disabilities, to ensure the enforcement of their constitutional and statutory rights. Indiana Disability Rights may be able to assist Hoosiers who have a disability and are being denied a right or are being discriminated against because of that disability. For additional information, please visit our website: http://www.indianadisabilityrights.org.

Here at WFYI where the Secretary of State Debate is about to begin! American Sign Language interpreters are in place so ...
10/07/2026

Here at WFYI where the Secretary of State Debate is about to begin! American Sign Language interpreters are in place so Deaf Hoosiers can fully access the discussion!

Early voting has begun! Please visit www.indianavoters.in.gov to view your county’s absentee or “early voting” dates, ti...
10/07/2026

Early voting has begun! Please visit www.indianavoters.in.gov to view your county’s absentee or “early voting” dates, times, and locations! If you are a registered voter and need to vote absentee by mail, by travel board, or have a print disability and wish to vote electronically, remember to submit an absentee application by Thursday, October 24. Visit the Indiana Voter Portal for more information https://indianavoters.in.gov/

American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation for the Secretary of State Debate will be provided by Indiana Disability Rig...
10/07/2026

American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation for the Secretary of State Debate will be provided by Indiana Disability Rights. Our goal is to ensure the important information shared will be accessible to members of the Deaf community around our state. Be sure to tune in so you're ready to make informed decisions at the polls on November 3!

Join us for the Indiana Secretary of State Debate on Wednesday, October 7, from 7:00-8:00 PM ET.

📺 Watch live on participating television stations across Indiana.
💻 Stream live at IndianaDebateCommission.com.

See the graphic below for viewing information.

IDR is providing American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation at the Secretary of State Debate, happening tomorrow, Wedne...
10/06/2026

IDR is providing American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation at the Secretary of State Debate, happening tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. ET. ASL interpretation ensures members of the Deaf community have equal access to the discourse of the four candidates running for Secretary of State, a role that directly impacts election administration. The debate will air live on WFYI, local PBS stations, WFYI's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/ and on the Indiana Debate Commission's website at www.indianadebatecommission.com

Thank you for having us!
10/02/2026

Thank you for having us!

Indiana Disability Rights will be joining us this Friday to share their new rights resources for Hoosiers receiving inpatient mental health treatment. Gain practical knowledge that will help you advocate and know where to turn when rights have been violated. bit.ly/2026NAMIIndianaStateConference

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is seeking feedback about IDR and the other Protection and Advocacy (P&A) ...
08/06/2026

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is seeking feedback about IDR and the other Protection and Advocacy (P&A) organizations. Whether you have used P&A services or are simply familiar with them, your feedback is important. If you have a few minutes, consider taking this anonymous survey today.

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) wants to hear from you. We are asking people to complete a short survey about Protection and Advocacy (P&A) organizations. Whether you have used P&A services or are simply familiar with them, your feedback is important. Your responses will help us better understand public awareness of P&A organizations and identify ways to improve access to services, increase awareness, and strengthen the P&A network.

The survey is voluntary and takes about 15–20 minutes to complete. Your responses will be combined with others and will not be linked to you personally. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback by Friday, August 7, 2026.
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=6t2K1VNQgEqEmbpNlEkQ34LB2O7mJ4FBkaoImxaHWx9UQzQ5R05SN0ZEUjMzRTBKWUhWUEMyMVNDVS4u

08/03/2026

P&As like Indiana Disability Rights exist to uphold, promote, and advance the rights of individuals with disabilities. Indiana Disability Rights is here for Hoosiers with disabilities.
Reel has two images. Image 1 text: Indiana Disability Rights, Indiana's Protection and Advocacy System, investigates abuse and neglect, monitors facilities, advocates for proper educational services and supports, and protects Social Security beneficiaries. IndianaDisabilityRights.org; 800-622-4845
Image 2 text: Indiana Disability Rights, Indiana's Protection and Advocacy System, supports employment and independence, advocates for home and community-based services, protects civil and voting rights, and holds systems accountable. IndianaDisabilityRights.org; 800-622-4845.

IDR staff intervened on “Everett’s” behalf after his HOA refused to allow him to build a wheelchair ramp, even though Ev...
08/03/2026

IDR staff intervened on “Everett’s” behalf after his HOA refused to allow him to build a wheelchair ramp, even though Everett couldn’t enter or exit his home or use his yard safely. Thanks to IDR’s advocacy, the HOA approved Everett’s request, and Everett can now enjoy his yard and safely enter and exit his home.

Last year, IDR staff offered their expertise of supported decision-making (SDM) and less-restrictive alternatives to gua...
07/31/2026

Last year, IDR staff offered their expertise of supported decision-making (SDM) and less-restrictive alternatives to guardianship at least 115 times to stakeholders, many of whom regularly engage IDR for support. IDR's leadership in this area is needed now more than ever to continue the momentum toward self-determination. Visit https://www.in.gov/idr/sdm/ to learn more.

Recently IDR successfully assisted “Don,” a Medicaid recipient, to appeal the partial approval of his request for in-hom...
07/30/2026

Recently IDR successfully assisted “Don,” a Medicaid recipient, to appeal the partial approval of his request for in-home nursing hours. Thanks to IDR’s legal advocacy, the administrative law judge increased Don’s daily in-home nursing hours from 10 to 14, allowing him to receive the care he needs and remain in his home.

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