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January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Investing in People to Save Counties Money: Best Practices for Moving People with Disabilities from General Assistance to SSI

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Juvenile Court Guardianships in Delinquency Court: A Quick Guide

This guide, prepared by BayLegal’s Youth Justice team, covers the process of court-appointed guardianships for youth in delinquency court. Topics include how and under whose authority the process can be started, which forms are required and who needs to complete or assist with them, benefits and supports available for youth and guardians, and resources for further assistance. Also attached is a ZIP file containing a set of juvenile court guardianships forms for easy access and reference.

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Keep People Housed – Contra Costa County (English)

Homelessness prevention help in Contra Costa County, provided by Bay Area Community Services (BACS).

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Know Your Rights: AB 181

Thanks to BayLegal YouthJustice law clerk Sophie Tohl and intern Armaan Sharma for this one-page guide to a new diploma pathway for young people with disabilities, established under California’s AB 181. Please circulate widely to any students you serve who entered ninth grade during the 2022-23 school year or later, and who might qualify for this pathway.

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Know Your Rights: Consent

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Client Complaint Procedures

Client Complaint Procedures The attached documents provide instructions on steps to take if you have a complaint about Bay Area Legal Aid: Client grievance procedure Procedimiento de quejas del cliente…

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Combating Youth Incarceration: How to Leverage Continuum of Care Reform for Placement Instead of Custody

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Disaster Relief Homeowner FAQs

If my home was damaged or destroyed in the fire, can I obtain financial assistance to help pay for temporary housing? Yes. If your home was damaged or destroyed during…

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Documenting Disability: Simple Strategies for Medical Providers

January 24 @ 2:42 pm

Breaking the Cycle: Enforcing Education Rights of Youth In and Out of Custody