Our Programs

Assistive Technology The Assistive Technology Program increases access and acquisition to assistive technology devices and services for all persons with disabilities. The AT Program provide individuals with disabilities demonstrations of AT devices, an AT device lending library, a reduced interest financial loan and access to recycled AT devices. The AT program also provides public awareness activities, technical assistance and trainings on how to use, develop and implement assistive technology solutions. Client Assistance Program In addition to four protection and advocacy programs, ULS was designated by the D.C. Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) the provider of advocacy services for clients of RSA. CAP's goal is to identify, explain and resolve any problems you may be having with your rehabilitation program as quickly as possible. Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities ULS provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities under this program. A developmental disability is defined as a disability manifested before the age of 22; chronic in nature; and resulting in substantial functional limitations in three or more major life activities. This program is designed to help persons with developmental disabilities exercise their rights under the law. Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness This program consists of services for individuals who have a mental illness or an emotional impairment and are in a facility which provides care or treatment for the illness. ULS may address rights issues, allegations of abuse or neglect, improper use of seclusion or restraints, or other problems which arise during an individual's stay in such a facility, or while being transported to such a facility, or within 90 days of discharge from a facility. Protection and Advocacy for Individual Rights The PAIR program operates in each state under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended in 1992. The purpose of PAIR is to provide services for all other individuals with physical or mental disabilities who are not eligible for services under the PAIMI and PADD programs, or the Client Assistance Program (CAP). Protection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security The PABSS program provides assistance and individual representation to Social Security Beneficiaries with disabilities who are seeking vocational rehabilitation services, employment services and other support services that break down barriers to securing, regaining, or maintaining employment.  Recipients of Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income can also receive advocacy, informational and referrals regarding the new "Ticket to Work" legislation under this program Protection and Advocacy for Voter Access The PAVA Program was created by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). The purpose of the program is to ensure full participation in the electoral process for people with disabilities, including accessing polling places, registering to vote and casting ballots. DC Jail and Prison Advocacy Project This program assists with removing barriers which formerly incarcerated men, women and youth with mental illness face while transitioning back to the community and seeking social integration, access to healthcare and support for their major needs. The DC Jail Advocacy Project supplies direct advocacy services, public education opportunities and policy advocacy in order to leverage the District’s commitment to providing independent and self-directed living opportunities to formerly incarcerated men and women with mental illness. The ULS DC Jail Advocacy Project is supported through a grant by the DC Bar Foundation.