The document describes the Senior Citizens Legal Services program in Santa Cruz, California, which provides legal services to the elderly poor with the assistance of senior citizens who act as legal assistants. Among those involved in the Senior Citizens Legal Services are the following staff members, whose duties are outlined: office assistant,…

This paper is presented in three parts. Part One considers the nature of the need for facilities, programs, and services for older people, sets forth long-range goals, reviews available information with respect to this area of action, and identifies major shortcomings of present approaches. Part Two is devoted to consideration of needs, goals,…

Law schools have undertaken clinical methods permitting law students to represent indigent civil or criminal clients under supervision. Seven programs are described and represent various approaches, indicating the importance of granting academic credit, dedication of sufficient resources for supervision, and emphasis on skills development and…

This booklet is intended to inform (not advise) older Kansans about eligibility requirements and benefits provided by state and federal programs. Financial assistance programs discussed are Social Security, railroad retirements, veterans' benefits, unrestricted general assistance, Employee Retirement Income Security Act, food stamps, Low Income…

This booklet, translated into Spanish, is intended to inform (not advise) older Kansans about eligibility requirements and benefits provided by state and federal programs. Financial assistance programs discussed are Social Security, railroad retirements, veterans' benefits, unrestricted general assistance, Employee Retirement Income Security Act,…