Disability Rights Rhode Island is part of the national network of Protection and Advocacy (P&A) agencies created by Congress, existing in every state and territory, to help secure and advance the rights of people with disabilities. There are a total of 57 P&As in each of the United States, U.S. territories, and District of Columbia.
See more information about the P&A System under Programs and Services.
Disability advocacy groups are calling on the governor to issue an executive order to enforce their right to stay with their loved one when hospitalized despite Covid restrictions.
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