Connecticut Legal Rights Project, Inc. is a statewide non-profit agency dedicated to providing legal services exclusively to low-income individuals with mental health conditions. It stands out for its specialized focus on protecting the civil rights and promoting the recovery of this vulnerable population, whether they reside in hospitals or community settings.
The organization employs a targeted approach, combining direct legal representation with systemic advocacy to address issues related to mental health treatment and rights violations. It primarily serves low-income Connecticut residents with mental health diagnoses, offering support on matters that impact their liberty, dignity, and access to appropriate care. CLRP also engages in legislative advocacy to promote fairer laws and policies affecting individuals with mental health conditions.
Services Offered
- Legal services for low-income individuals with mental health conditions
- Representation on matters related to mental health treatment
- Advocacy for recovery and civil rights
- Assistance with inpatient issues
- Protection of community rights
- Legislative advocacy
- Legal intake and consultation
- Referrals to external resources
- Provision of educational brochures and resources in English and Spanish
CLRP operates statewide in Connecticut and offers materials and support in both English and Spanish. The organization also participates in fellowship programs to train new public service lawyers and frequently collaborates with other advocacy groups to advance disability rights.
