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API Legal Outreach News
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Why become a US citizen?
As a child growing up on a small fruit farm in Solano County, I watched my immigrant parents navigate American society to build a successful life in what they called the “Beautiful Country.” Like most immigrants, they came to the United States in search of a better...
Protecting Our Elderly Folks: Shedding Light on Elder Abuse
As we celebrate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, 2023, it is crucial to bring attention to the often hidden and heartbreaking issue of elder abuse. Our senior citizens, who have contributed so much to our society, deserve our protection and support. In this...
Elder/YAD Team partners with Richmond Senior Center to extend legal services to underserved seniors
The Elder and Disability Rights Project, a team dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of elderly and disabled individuals, has an exciting partnership with the Richmond Senior Center (RSC) to expand legal services efforts to underserved seniors. This...
Protecting Seniors’ Rights: Changes to SSI Suspension Procedures Under Amin v. Kijakazi
As advocates for seniors, the Elder/YAD team are excited to share with you the important developments in the Amin v. Kijakazi case, which has the potential to help many seniors who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to make ends meet. The Amin v. Kijakazi case...
Practice Advisory: Medicare Scammers Targeting Seniors with Free COVID-19 Testing Scam
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, scammers are using the situation to exploit vulnerable populations. Seniors, in particular, have been targeted with a new scam: free COVID-19 testing. The scam works by offering free COVID-19 testing to people on Medicare. Scammers...
82-Year-Old Japanese-Speaking Senior Overcomes Unexpected Hurdle to Achieve US Citizenship
San Francisco, CA - An 82-year-old Japanese-speaking senior who fled to Hawaii for a better life will soon be taking the oath of citizenship after receiving a notice for an oath ceremony. The client, originally from Okinawa, Japan, had faced poverty and confusion...
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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