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Who We Are

We are so glad you are here! Disability Rights Tennessee is a nonprofit, nonpartisan agency that protects the rights of Tennesseans living with disabilities and/or mental illness in the places where they live, work, learn, or receive other services.

From urban cities to rural towns, Disability Rights Tennessee (DRT) provides services in all 95 state counties.
As the designated Protection & Advocacy (P&A) agency and Client Assistance Program (CAP) in Tennessee, we proudly offer all our services for free.

Our team works tirelessly to make sure everyone has access to the support they need, without barriers, to keep our communities inclusive, supportive, and safe.

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Our Mission

Disability Rights Tennessee (DRT) protects the rights of Tennesseans 
living with disabilities and/or mental illness.

Our Funders

Our partner organizations and programs benefiting people within our Tennessee communities.