Disability Rights Vermont
The Vermont Communication Support Project is administered by Disability Rights Vermont. Disability Rights Vermont (DRVT), formerly Vermont Protection & Advocacy, is the protection and advocacy system for the state of Vermont.
DRVT provides information, referral and advocacy services, including legal representation when appropriate, to individuals with disabilities throughout Vermont. DRVT also advocates to promote positive systemic responses to issues affecting people with disabilities. Unlike most other DRVT services the Vermont Communication Support project does not provide advocacy or legal support.
DRVT SERVICES (NOT ASSOCIATED WITH VCSP) INCLUDE
Providing education to patients, consumers, service providers, and the general public about disability rights and patient’s rights
Investigating complaints of abuse, neglect, serious rights violations, and disability discrimination
Assisting with discharge planning for individuals that are deemed clinically ready for discharge or who are likely to experience barriers to a timely discharge
Assisting with Advance Directives for Health Care
Assisting with requests for reasonable accommodations
Assisting with employment or housing discrimination
Ensuring equal access to voting for people with disabilities
Assisting people receiving Social Security Administration benefits experiencing barriers to employment (individuals can be already employed, seeking employment, or pursuing secondary education) or with representative payee issues or concerns