The theme of this thesis is sexual assistance for people with disabilities. The text in the first part deals with the sexuality of disabled people and their differences in physically, then mentally handicapped individuals. The second part of the thesis deals with sexual assistance. First, it defined the concept itself, then follows the specifications of the service, along with specific experience of foreign countries, where this intimate and legal assistance has been operated. The third part presents the process of negotiation about setting of the service and brings the reactions of experts, academics and involved NGOs and associations. In the conclusion of the thesis the text deals with the legal aspects and the existing legislation in force in the Czech Republic. There is also outlined possible future developments and possibilities for further development and exploration of this new social phenomenon.