Health Care
More than a paper promise
Timely, appropriate health care — including mental health care — can spell the difference between life and death. But that kind of care can be hard to get, especially for people with disabilities.
At Disability Justice, we monitor hospitals and other health care facilities. We aim to make communication more effective, services more accessible, and coverage more than a paper promise.
Success Stories
Advocating for a Student Nurse
Disability Justice (then Disability Law Colorado) was contacted by a woman who was deaf and had a dream of becoming a nurse. Linda enrolled in college and after just one semester of classes, she was told she needed to complete and pass a practical exam in order to...
Report Harm
People with disabilities are often subjected to abuse, neglect, and exploitation — including fraud and other forms of financial harm. If you suspect mistreatment, report it to a public agency.
Click “Report Harm” to learn how.