Organization: Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County
Mission: To fight social injustice through civil legal advocacy for people living in poverty.
Activities: The LIBRE (Linking Immigrants to Benefits, Resources & Education) Project's goal is to educate our immigrant communities about the safety net services available, link them to specific agencies in their communities that can assist them with the enrollment process, and provide legal advice and representation to those seeking immigration relief.
HomeSavers provides legal assistance to people threatened with losing their homes or living in substandard conditions with the goals of keeping people in their homes; preventing homelessness through the enforcement of legal rights, in and out of court; and remedying substandard living conditions through advocacy.
The Health Consumer Center helps low income San Mateo residents navigate the maze of today's healthcare system with the ultimate goal of improving access to quality healthcare and health insurance coverage.
NTEE category: Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy
Secondary category: Housing & Shelter