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Disability Rights Information, Referral, and Advocacy
Disability Rights Michigan
What to do next
Call 800-288-5923 or use the Request Help form when a person with a disability needs legal advocacy or disability-rights information.
Source & verification
A suggested script — adapt it to your situation:
Hi, I'm looking for free legal help and wanted to know if I qualify.
My name is [your name], and I'm interested in the Disability Rights Information, Referral, and Advocacy program.
I wanted to ask whether there are any requirements I should know about, such as Michigan residents with disabilities seeking legal advocacy or information and referral?
I also wanted to confirm your current hours. I see Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Is that still accurate?
And just to confirm — is this service free of charge?
What is the best way to get started? I see call the intake line or submit the confidential Request Help form online.
Thank you so much for your help.
Always introduce yourself and ask to speak with someone who can help with your specific need.
Waitlist / Capacity: Response time may vary depending on demand and case priorities.
About this program
Statewide disability-rights organization providing free information, referral, brief advice, advocacy, and selected legal representation for people with disabilities facing barriers in education, employment, housing, services, and abuse or neglect situations.
Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Who this serves & eligibility
Population: People with Disabilities, Adults, Children, Families
Languages: EnglishInterpreter Available
Residency: Michigan residents with disabilities seeking legal advocacy or information and referral.
Other requirements: Most callers receive information, referral, or brief advocacy; only some matters become direct legal cases.
Documents needed: No walk-ins accepted; provide contact details and issue information during intake.
Insurance accepted: free, not_applicable
Cost: Free and confidential disability-rights assistance.
How to access: Call the intake line or submit the confidential Request Help form online.
Phone and online intake only; no walk-ins.
Verified last checked Mar 31, 2026. Always call ahead to confirm.
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