Senior Citizens Legal Services is a nonprofit legal aid organization specializing in providing free legal assistance to seniors and other vulnerable populations, with a focus on defending rights related to housing, government benefits, and protection from exploitation. The firm stands out for its commitment to serving adults aged 60 and older, prioritizing those with the highest social and economic needs in Santa Cruz and San Benito counties.
With a mission-driven approach, the organization offers comprehensive support through experienced attorneys and advocates who specialize in elder law and consumer rights. Their services are tailored to assist low-income seniors facing critical legal challenges, ensuring access to justice and protection of fundamental rights in areas such as housing stability, financial security, and personal safety.
Services Offered
- Attorney services for senior and vulnerable populations
- Landlord-tenant and eviction defense
- Reasonable accommodations advocacy for individuals with disabilities
- Nursing home and residential care facility patient rights advocacy
- Debt and consumer rights assistance
- Debt collection process guidance
- Chapter 7 bankruptcy options counseling
- Elder abuse legal support and restraining orders
- Government benefits navigation (Social Security, Medicare, Medi-Cal)
- Social Security over-payment disputes
- Durable powers of attorney
- Advance healthcare directives
- Wills and revocable trusts
Services are exclusively available to residents of Santa Cruz and San Benito counties, with all legal assistance provided free of charge to qualifying individuals. The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, emphasizing community support and advocacy for elder rights and dignity.
