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.
ULS DC Jail 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.