Senior Law

The Senior Citizen Law Project at CCLA provides legal advice and representation to Broward County residents who are 60 years of age or older. While there are no specific financial eligibility requirements, the Project targets its services to those with the greatest economic and social need.

For general information or to apply for assistance, please contact The Senior Citizen Law Project at 954-765-8955, 954-736-2450, or 954-736-2496.

Legal Areas

Housing

Landlord/Tenant
Public and Subsidized Housing
Eviction Defense

Health and Public Benefits

Food Stamps
Long-Term Care
Medicaid
Medicare
HMO
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Consumer

Home Foreclosure Defense
Advice on bankruptcy as option for debt relief or to save home
Advice regarding debt collection including medical bills and credit cards
Defense of Garnishment of Social Security and Wages
Scams and Fraud

Naturalization

Assistance with application for U.S. Citizenship to qualify for public benefits

Abuse and Exploitation

Exploitation by family member
Domestic Violence

Caregivers (18 or older)

Primary caregiver for a senior (60 or older) who meets the frailty requirement under DOEA guidelines

Resources

General Brochure
Senior Law Brochure

Social Security Benefits
Medicare Benefits
Food Stamps and Medicaid Applications
Housing Options for Seniors
Services for Seniors in Broward County
American Association of Retired Person (AARP)

Broward County Housing Authority
Fort Lauderdale Housing Authority
Deerfield Beach Housing Authority
Pompano Beach Housing Authority
Hollywood Housing Authority

Senior Law

Legal Areas

Resources

WHAT WE DO

Areas of Legal Service

Who We Help

FAQ