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For questions, contact Senior Information & Assistance
at 707-468-5132 (or 1-800-510-2020 within Lake and |
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AARP 601 E Toll-Free...................................................................... 888-687-2277 Non-profit
membership organization providing advocacy and services, free tax preparation
help, drivers safety program, insurance programs and more. Eligibility: Age 50+. See www.aarp.org. Adult Protective
Services (APS) – Toll-Free...................................................................... 888-221-2204 Night/weekend ER................................................................ 995-4680 Responds to
reports of elder and dependent adult abuse and neglect. Intervenes to resolve
the problems that place the adult at-risk, links to needed services, and, if
necessary, secures out-of-home placement for protection. See www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/DepartmentDirectory/Social_Services.htm. Area Agency on
Aging of Lake and Plans the
development and delivery of programs and services to individuals age 60+. Area I
Developmental Disabilities Board Advocates for
legal, civil, and service rights for individuals with developmental
disabilities. Dedicated to
improving the quality of care for California Indian
Legal Services, Inc. Satellite Office: 37 Old Courthouse Sq., ............................................................... 866-251-8016
or 573-8016 Provides legal
assistance for issues specific to Federal Indian Law: for elders, land
issues, will, and probate. Eligibility:
Individuals below 125% income guidelines, according to Legal Services
Corporation. See www.calindian.org. Community
Resources for TTY.................................................................................... 462-4498 Advancing the
rights of people with disabilities to equal justice, access, opportunity, and
participation in our communities. Provides independent living skills
training, information and referral, Social Security Admin. and Dept. of
Rehabilitation advocacy (CAP), benefits counseling, peer support, and
assistive technology solutions. Free disability law clinic at Ukiah office,
2nd Thurs./month, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Staff is at various locations in Family Law
Facilitator's Office – Lakeport 380-J North Main St., Lakeport............................................... 263-9024 Free legal
assistance to those representing themselves in matters of divorce,
separation, child support, visitation, custody, spousal support, and
maintenance of health insurance. Call to schedule an appointment. Inter-Tribal
Council of California, Inc. Lake County
Dispute Resolution Services, Inc. Offers an alternative
to litigation by providing trained mediators for many types of conflict such
as landlord/tenant issues, elder care Issues, business, real estate,
neighborhood disputes, organizational conflict and many others. A mediator
does not make decisions but facilitates respectful communication, and
empowers the parties to discuss, analyze, and problem solve in a
collaborative manner. Eligibility: Sliding scale fee, but none turned away
due to inability to pay. Provides
representation for mental health clients. See www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/DepartmentDirectory/Mental_Health.htm. Toll-Free...................................................................... 888-221-2204 Court appointed
supervision for those unable to manage their own financial and/or personal
care. Also administers the estates of deceased persons with no heirs willing
or able to serve in that capacity. Probate Conservatorship referrals may be
made by anyone (incl. law enforcement officers and prosecutors). LPS
Conservatorship referrals may be made by qualified psychiatrists in
conjunction with mental health agencies and facilities. Eligibility: Those who cannot provide for themselves
financially or personally. See www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/DepartmentDirectory/Social_Services.htm. 24/7 crisis line.............................................................. 888-485-7333 Provides services
to victims and families. Advocacy, peer counseling, and restraining orders
are available. Therapy and counseling services. Shelter for women and
children through the Freedom House. See www.lakefrc.org. Legal Services of Provides free
legal assistance to low-income clients primarily in areas of public benefits
and landlord-tenant law. Also has a pro-bono panel for low income clients for
multiple other areas of law. Eligibility: Must be below federal poverty level
guidelines 125% – 200%. Call or visit office. See www.lsnc.net or www.lsnc.info. Office of Clients'
Rights Advocacy – Advocates on
behalf of persons with a developmental disability; services include
consultation, representation, training, investigating complaints, and
assuring compliance of law by facilities and other service providers. May
also assist the individual, who feels he/she has a developmental disability
and should qualify for Ombudsman Program of Lake and 24 hr Reporting Line...................................................... 800-231-4024 Receives and
investigates complaints made by or on behalf of residents of nursing and residential
care homes. Visits facilities regularly to monitor and resolve problems. Senior Law
Project, Inc. 200-B Provides legal assistance
in public benefits (SSI, SSA, Medi-Cal, IHSS), housing rights, consumer
protection and debt, elder abuse, and planning for incapacity and long-term
care. Eligibility: Age 60+. Senior Legal
Hotline Free legal
advice, written information, referrals, and other brief services in all areas
of civil law for Victim / Witness
Program of 420 Support for victims
of violent crimes. Crisis intervention, counseling referrals, court
assistance, transportation for court and support, orientation to criminal
justice system, property returns, referrals for mental health counseling,
victim of crime claims, case dispositions/status, family/friend notification,
and employer/creditor intervention. |
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