State of Connecticut Office of Protection and Advocacy

The Office of Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities ("P&A" or "OPA") is an independent state agency established to safeguard and advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities in Connecticut.

In Connecticut: 860-297-4340
Voice and TTY: 860-297-4380

P&A gives information, advice and advocacy help to more than 8,000 callers each year about topics including:

• Housing
• Special education
• Rights in treatment facilities
• Accessibility of buildings, programs and services
• Troubleshooting problems with human services
• Employment and vocational rehabilitation
• Transportation and handicapped parking
• Legal and human rights