Organization
Hawaii Disability Rights Center(HDRC)
Hawaii's federally designated Protection and Advocacy agency for people with disabilities, providing free legal advocacy, rights information, and investigation of abuse and neglect across all Hawaiian islands.
About
The Hawaii Disability Rights Center (HDRC) is Hawaii's federally designated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) system and Client Assistance Program (CAP). Renamed HDRC in January 2000, the organisation is headquartered at 1001 Bishop Street in Honolulu and serves residents across all islands of Hawaii.
What They Do
HDRC investigates allegations of abuse and neglect of people with disabilities, provides legal advocacy on community integration, education, employment, housing, and individual justice, and offers rights information and referrals. HDRC monitors care facilities, pursues systemic policy advocacy at the state level, and provides training on disability rights and traumatic brain injury resources.
Who They Serve
Hawaiians with any disability — including physical, sensory, intellectual, developmental, and psychiatric disabilities — particularly those facing rights violations, abuse, neglect, or barriers to community inclusion. All services are free of charge.
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