# Disabilities Discrimination Help Resources - Nevada ## National Resources - **Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-514-0301 (Voice) | 1-800-514-0383 (TTY) - **Website:** [https://www.ada.gov](https://www.ada.gov/) - **Services Provided:** Guidance on rights under the ADA, complaint processes, and accommodations. - **Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF):** - **Phone:** (510) 644-2555 - **Website:** [https://dredf.org/](https://dredf.org/) - **Description:** Advocacy, legal education, and support for disability rights. ## Statewide Disability Advocacy Services - **Nevada Disability Advocacy and Law Center (NDALC)** - **Phone:** (702) 257-8150 (Las Vegas) | (775) 333-7878 (Reno) | (775) 777-1590 (Elko) - **Website:** [https://ndalc.org/](https://ndalc.org/) - **Office Locations:** Las Vegas, Reno, Elko - **Services Provided:** Legal representation, advocacy, training on disability rights, assistance with special education, and support regarding anti-discrimination laws in housing and employment. ## Regional Disability Advocacy Services ### Northern Nevada - **Disability Resources** - **Phone:** (775) 329-1126 - **Website:** [https://www.disabilityresourcesnv.org/](https://www.disabilityresourcesnv.org/) - **Office Location:** 50 Freeport Blvd #10, Sparks, NV 89431 - **Specialized Services:** Employment support, independent living assistance, and community integration programs. ## Reporting Disabilities Discrimination - **Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC):** - **Phone:** 1-800-669-4000 (Voice) | 1-800-669-6820 (TTY) - **Website:** [https://www.eeoc.gov](https://www.eeoc.gov/) - **How to File a Complaint:** Complaints can be filed online through the EEOC Public Portal or by contacting a regional office. - **Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC):** - **Phone:** (702) 486-7161 (Las Vegas) | (775) 823-6690 (Reno) - **Website:** [https://detr.nv.gov/NERC](https://detr.nv.gov/NERC) - **How to File a Complaint:** Individuals who believe their rights have been violated based on a protected class may file a complaint of discrimination with NERC. Filing is free, and an attorney is not required. ## Online Resources - **Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):** - **Website:** [http://dhhs.nv.gov/](http://dhhs.nv.gov/) - **Features:** Information on various programs and services for individuals with disabilities, including health care, supportive services, and advocacy resources. ## Educational and Supportive Programs - **Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD):** - **Website:** [http://adsd.nv.gov/](http://adsd.nv.gov/) - **Description:** Offers programs and services that support individuals with disabilities, including advocacy, resource coordination, and independent living assistance. ## Other Resources - **Nevada Care Connection: Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)** - **Phone:** (702) 486-3831 - **Website:** [https://www.nevadacareconnection.org/](https://www.nevadacareconnection.org/) - **Services Provided:** Assistance with accessing long-term support services, including home health care and assistive technology. --- _Updated as of December 17, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the Nevada Disability Advocacy and Law Center at [https://ndalc.org/](https://ndalc.org/)._