Georgia Advocacy Office, Inc. (GAO)

ADA and Civil Rights EnforcementProgram

GAO helps people with disabilities who face discrimination. It starts by speaking up for the person with schools, employers or agencies. It may file complaints with federal agencies or go to court.

Advocacy and Legal ServicesService

Free help for Georgians with disabilities, including legal representation, advice and self-help materials. It covers areas like school, housing, work, health care and community access.

Assistive Technology AdvocacyProgram

GAO helps people with disabilities get devices and services like communication tools, mobility aids and accommodations at school or work. It helps with Medicaid or insurance denials, delays and broken equipment.

Children and Youth / Children's Freedom InitiativeProgram

This work aims for children and youth with disabilities to avoid institutions and live in permanent, loving homes.

Citizen AdvocacyProgram

Citizen Advocacy connects everyday community members with people with developmental disabilities who may be isolated or at risk. The citizen is unpaid and builds a lasting one-to-one relationship.

Competitive Integrated Employment / PABSSProgram

GAO helps people ages 14 to 64 who get SSI or SSDI remove barriers to work. It works with employers, job programs, schools and families to find jobs paying at least minimum wage.

Freedom From Abuse and NeglectProgram

GAO looks into reports of abuse, neglect and deaths of people with disabilities in any setting where they get services. It also visits places like group homes, nursing facilities, jails and hospitals to check on conditions.

Home and Community Based Services AdvocacyProgram

GAO works so people with disabilities and mental illness can get care at home or in their community instead of institutions.S. Department of Justice.