The VOLS Senior Law Project empowers older adults to execute key documents that ensure their wishes are clear in the event of their incapacity or death, identify their chosen decision-makers for medical and financial affairs, identify what those decisions look like, and plan posthumous care. This work helps older New Yorkers age in place in their communities and avoid poverty, homelessness, and the loss of essential public benefits.  

We provide trainings and ongoing support to social workers, senior center staff, and pro bono attorneys to address clients’ legal needs. We also regularly hold in-person legal clinics in coordination with community partners. Our Veterans Initiative tailors the Senior Law Project’s services to older veterans, and VOLS’ La Extensión Comunitaria para Adultos Mayores initiative addresses the concerns of Latine and Spanish-speaking older adults.

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