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From Hardship to Hope: another APILO success story
David P. was born in the Yucatan, Mexico, in 1990. With his parents often absent, David, the eldest of four, grew up under the care of his grandmother. Determined to support his family, he worked various jobs in Mexico, but it wasn't enough. At 15, David made the...
A Journey to Citizenship: Overcoming Barriers for Rex
Rex was born in the Marshall Islands in 1994. When he was just seven months old, a loving San Francisco couple adopted him, welcoming him into their family with open arms. Shortly after starting school, Rex's parents realized he faced unique challenges, ultimately...
Team Spotlight: Nellely, Administrative Assistant
If you give us a call or pay a visit, you may just encounter our newest Administrative Assistant Nellely (ney-el-ee). Raised in Petaluma and born in Hidalgo, Mexico, this Sonoma State University grad majored in English. With a love of writing and literature, she comes...
From Struggle to Triumph: How the Elder Team Helped Restore SSI Benefits
The Elder/YAD team is very happy to share a client's journey that stands as a testament to the unwavering dedication of our team. It's the tale of a mother of four, an immigrant with medical conditions, and her husband, who tirelessly drives for Uber to support their...
Advancing Employment Equity and Accessibility for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Employment stands as a fundamental pillar of independence and self-sufficiency in society. For individuals with developmental disabilities, securing meaningful employment not only provides financial stability but also fosters a sense of purpose, inclusion, and...
Navigating the Path Towards Inclusive Education
As we continue to celebrate the observance of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time dedicated to fostering understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals with developmental disabilities. This is the first of the three-part series of articles to...
Founded in 1975, the mission of API Legal Outreach is to provide culturally competent and linguistically appropriate legal representation, social services, and advocacy for the most marginalized segments of the community including low-income women, seniors, recent immigrants, and youth.
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