Seniors
Helping older Americans live with security, dignity and independence
Seniors Face Substantial Legal Issues
Seniors are especially vulnerable to fraud, housing instability, health-related legal issues, and elder abuse. Civil legal services help older Americans protect their homes, health and savings so they can age with dignity.
Protecting Seniors’ Rights
Low-income seniors are more likely to experience civil legal problems that impact their health and stability, including:
Navigating complex issues like Medicare and Medicaid benefits, insurance disputes and long-term care
Financial exploitation and fraud
End-of-life planning like wills, health care directives and powers of attorney
Widow Recovers Life’s Savings from Scammer
A Florida widow used her life’s savings to repair her home after it was devastated by a hurricane. But the contractor she hired never showed. With the help of LSC-funded legal services, she recovered most of her money, which she used to finally make the needed repairs to her home.
The Legal Needs of Older Americans
LSC-funded legal assistance helps older Americans resolve civil legal problems that threaten their financial security, housing, health and independence.
8.9 Million
Seniors are eligible for LSC-funded legal aid.
70%
Of older Americans experienced at least one civil legal problem in the last 12 months.
More Than 1/3
Faced five or more substantial legal issues.