Dutchess County Office for the Aging is soliciting Proposals from qualified vendors to provide legal assistance to eligible senior citizens (hereinafter referred to as the “Legal Services Program”). Legal assistance under this program shall be defined as legal advice and representation provided by an attorney licensed to practice in the State of New York.
The Legal Services Program is open to Dutchess County residents 60 years and older, but is targeted to individuals 60 years of age and older who are in social and economic need. Assistance may include, to the extent feasible, counseling or other appropriate assistance by a paralegal or law student under the direct supervision of a qualified attorney. The program provides service in civil matters of the law and does not include criminal matters or fee generating cases.
Services under this contract will include quarterly presentations to senior groups and or staff.
Location, time and subject of presentation at the discretion of OFA.
The goal of the Legal Services Program is based upon the following federal and state statutory and regulatory requirements: Partner with nonprofit organizations, private entities, governmental agencies and individuals to build a local, integrated legal services delivery system that effectively and efficiently uses the resources of the legal and advocacy communities to ensure the rights of older adults and to prevent their abuse, neglect and exploitation.
