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ADVOCATES FOR DISASTER JUSTICE LEGAL SERVICES

ADVOCATES FOR DISASTER JUSTICE - ADJ #86640910


Advocates for Disaster Justice provides up-to-date resources and offer trainings to legal aid attorneys and staff, pro bono attorneys, and law students across the country working on disaster response and recovery issues. They also facilitates connections and information sharing between justice advocates in the aftermath of disasters; Raises awareness about the justice impacts of climate-driven disasters across the U.S.; Builds partnerships and collaborations with other organizations committed to disaster resilience; and creates cutting-edge digital tools and resources to expand access to legal help for impacted communities.

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CALWORKS AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES - NCDSS

NEVADA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES #4662024


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  • 950 Maidu Avenue
    Nevada City, Nevada
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  • Phone 1
    530-265-1340

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) provides temporary financial assistance and employment support for low- or no-income families with children.

CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids) helps families facing hardship due to issues such as domestic violence, illness, job loss, housing instability, or legal challenges.

Children may receive financial assistance even if parents choose not to participate in Employment Services.

Services include:

  • Temporary cash aid to low- or no-income families with children
  • Support for families experiencing job loss, domestic violence, or other crises
  • Employment Services participants with job and education goals
  • Help with job-related or school-related expenses for those enrolled in Employment Services
  • Training, job search support, and career planning


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CLEAN SLATE CLINIC - BAN

BUSINESS ADVANTAGE NETWORK - COUNTY OF PLACER #74140095


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  • 145 Fulweiler
    Auburn, Placer

Placer County’s Business Advantage Network provides monthly legal clinics to help eligible individuals remove or dismiss past convictions from their criminal records. 

Services are offered in partnership with Legal Services of Northern California.

Services include:

  • Reviewal of records to determine eligibility for expungement or dismissal
  • Assistance with documentation and court forms
  • Guidance on outstanding fines, fees, or restitution
  • Referrals to revenue recovery offices for verification of balances


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DISASTER LEGAL HOTLINES & RESOURCES - ABA

AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION #74595397


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  • 321 North Clark Street
    Chicago, Cook
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  • Phone 1
    415-575-3120

The American Bar Association provides legal assistance and resources for individuals and families affected by California wildfires.

Resources include:

  • Disaster Legal Hotline: Free legal assistance for wildfire survivors.
    • Hotline Number: 415-575-3120
  • Legal Aid Resources: Links to national and regional disaster legal aid organizations.
  • FEMA Assistance Information: Guidance on applying for FEMA aid and locating Disaster Recovery Centers.
  • Pro Bono Legal Support: Connection to volunteer attorneys through the ABA/Paladin National Disaster Pro Bono Portal.

Additional Information:

The hotline provides legal guidance on issues related to insurance claims, housing, employment, FEMA benefits, and more. 

Free legal help is available to people affected by declared disasters, regardless of income.


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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVOR SERVICES - CBV

COMMUNITY BEYOND VIOLENCE #4662638


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  • 1020 McCourtney Road, Suite C
    Grass Valley, Nevada
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  • Phone 1
    530-272-2046

Community Beyond Violence provides crisis response and recovery services for individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, human trafficking, and stalking. 

Services are confidential and available to survivors of all genders.

Services include:

  • 24/7 crisis counseling by phone, text, and online chat
  • Emergency shelter and safe housing (pet friendly) for up to 90 days
  • Support groups
  • Food, clothing, and transportation assistance
  • Legal advocacy and help with Domestic Violence Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs)
  • Court and mediation accompaniment
  • Referrals to Nevada County Victim Witness and other support systems
  • Coordination of Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) exams and medical response following sexual assault
  • Referrals to additional services


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FAMILY LAW FACILITATOR - PCSC

PLACER COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT FAMILY LAW FACILITATOR #85899996


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  • 10820 Justice Center Drive
    Roseville, Placer
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  • Phone 1
    916-408-6000 x6

The Placer County Superior Court Family Law Facilitator provides assistance and resources for individuals involved in family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and domestic violence matters.

Services include:

  • Handling of cases related to divorce, paternity, domestic violence, child custody, support, and visitation
  • Mediation services to help parents resolve custody and visitation disputes
  • Legal assistance for selecting and completing family law forms through the Court’s Legal Help Center


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FLIGHTS FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT

MIRACLE FLIGHTS FOR KIDS #28314351


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  • 5740 S. Eastern Avenue
    Las Vegas, Clark
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  • Phone 1
    702-261-0494

Miracle Flights provides free air travel for children under age 17 who need out-of-state medical care or second opinions. Flights are arranged through commercial airlines and may include one or both parents or legal guardians.

Services include:

  • Covering flight costs for children needing medical treatment outside their home state
  • Providing airfare for accompanying parent or legal guardian
  • May offer flight assistance for adult patients, based on funding availability


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FOSTER YOUTH SERVICES - INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAM - PCOE

PLACER COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION #69408077


Placer County Office of Education Foster Youth Services partners with the Children's System of Care to identify provides educational case management for students and foster care.  

Eligibility - Open to any foster case.  


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Youth are eligible for ILP services from age 14 to the day before their 21st birthday, provided one of the following criteria is met:

  • Youth was/is in foster care at least one day after their 16th birthday
  • Youth is a former dependent who entered into a kinship guardianship at any age and is receiving/received Kinship Guardianship Assistance Payments (KinGAP) between ages 16-18
  • Youth is a former dependent who entered into a Non-Related Legal Guardianship (NRLG) after attaining age 8 and is receiving/received permanent placement services
  • Youth is between 14-15 years with an open dependency case (in placement) & attending school or living in Placer County (*if youth remains in out of home placement at least one day after their 16th birthday, yout…
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HELP CENTER - CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF MANAGED HEALTH CARE

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF MANAGED HEALTH CARE #47699421


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  • 980 9th Street
    Sacramento, Sacramento
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  • Phone 1
    888-466-2219

The California Department of Managed Health Care help center helps consumers with health care issues and ensures that managed health care patients receive the medical care and services to which they are entitled. Educates consumers regarding non-jurisdictional issues, medical group or health plan closures, community resource referrals, and health plan contact information as well as mailing forms, applications, and informational brochures. Staff includes medical and legal professionals.

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IMMIGRANT RIGHTS AND SERVICES - CHIRLA

COALITION FOR HUMANE IMMIGRANT RIGHTS #65631244


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  • 2533 West 3rd Street
    Los Angeles, Los Angeles
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  • Phone 1
    888-624-4752

CHIRLA supports immigrants and their families by offering affordable legal services, education, and advocacy. The organization focuses on promoting immigrant rights and helping individuals navigate the immigration system.

Services include:

  • Immigration Legal Help: Low-cost assistance with citizenship, family reunification, DACA applications, and green card renewals.
  • Workshops and Education: Free presentations and materials on immigrant rights, worker protections, and community resources.
  • Advocacy: Works to improve immigration policies and protect civil rights.


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