Mental Health Institutions and Centers: Referrals
External links for other organizations that may be able to help with disability rights in the mental health system, institutions, and centers.
If you have questions or concerns about mental health services, disability rights, client rights, treatment facilities, or institutional care, these organizations may be able to provide information, advocacy resources, legal referrals, or crisis support.
Wisconsin DHS Client Rights Office
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services Client Rights Office provides information about the rights of people receiving services for mental health, developmental disabilities, or substance use. Resources include information about client rights, treatment, privacy and records, and the grievance process.
Visit the Wisconsin DHS Client Rights Office
State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral Service
The State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral Service helps people find private attorneys based on their location and type of legal issue. Attorneys referred through the service charge no more than $20 for the first 30-minute consultation.
988 Lifeline for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 confidential crisis support, with accessible options for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing, including videophone, text, online chat, and relay services.


