If Medicaid or Medicare has denied medications, treatments, medical equipment, or services that both you and your doctor know you need - you have options! Our Community Health Advocates can help with appeals & advocacy to help you achieve the best health outcome. Reach out at 716.847.0650 ☎️

When you're facing eviction, sometimes staying ISN'T the best solution. Sometimes, what you really just need, is more TIME ⏰ #NLSSuccess #EvictionDefense #Housing

Don't forget that when DSS offers you a housing placement they MUST make reasonable accommodations for your disability or health condition! ♿ Some things to consider:

Bringing #justice directly to your neighborhood 🚐

Did you know that August is Child Support Awareness Month? Be sure to keep checking back this month for important info, tips, and stories!

Yesterday we watched our baby birds fly high out of the nest, as our summer student associates gave their final presentations to our staff. These amazing individuals accomplished so much over the past few months. We couldn't be prouder and wish them all the best of luck in their future endeavors 💙

#FreeAdviceFriday Are you a Medicaid recipient experiencing housing instability or trouble paying rent? Help is available!

OTD: July 30th, 1965, President Johnson signed the Social Security Act of 1965, establishing Medicaid and Medicare. These two programs have been INVALUABLE in improving the health and well-being of millions!

When you're dealing with a medical issue or event, your focus should be on getting well. Let us help you take some other stuff off your plate 🍝

Equal access to justice is your RIGHT, regardless of income ⚖️ And we're here to help you advocate for that right! #NLSSuccess

All those years of listening, learning, interpreting, and advocating have led to this moment, and we just want to say - You got this! 💪 Good luck to everyone taking the NYS Bar exam this week!

Our Justice Bus team is available at dozens of events, all year long, across Erie, Niagara, Genesee, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties to provide on-the-spot resources and information. Stop by and bring your questions!

Attn: Niagara Falls - our new office location is now OPEN for walk-ins and appointments. Stop by to say hello, or for assistance with housing, family, disability, public benefits, and more!

OTD: July 26th, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. 36 years later, we continue to celebrate this powerful milestone by bringing awareness and breaking down barriers to accessibility, as well as recognizing all of our neighbors with disabilities 💚

#FreeAdviceFriday If you're eligible for SSI or SSDI benefits but are unable to manage your payments or you find it difficult to manage your payments, you can choose a representative payee to help!

Protect yourself from future headaches! The time to check out a new landlord and a new apartment is BEFORE you sign the lease.

You need help. You've applied for benefits - cash assistance, SNAP, Medicaid, etc. And you've received a denial. Now what? If you don't agree with the state's decision, you can ask for a "fair hearing" to have them take another look! Learn more about the fair hearing process and what to expect 👉

✅ Make a difference in our community ✅ Gain invaluable courtroom experience ✅ Collaborate with a supportive and knowlegable team ✅ Balance your work and home life Working with NLS has it all! Check out our current openings at nls.org/careers

We're here to help!

Don't forget - our Niagara Falls office is CLOSED this week for walk-ins, as we move to our new location at 800 Main St. Phone lines will remain OPEN. Join us at our new location, opening Monday July 27th at 9 am

We'll be out and about this week, delivering #justice and resources - stop and say hello 👋

#FreeAdviceFriday Don't get scammed! With so many property management companies, out-of-town landlords, flippers, etc., these days, it's hard to know who really owns the apartment you're paying rent for.

Don't miss your chance for a Golden Ticket!! All donations of $50 or more from now until midnight will be entered to win 🎟️🎟️ #Give716 bit.ly/4ao9Cib

Let’s Go, Buffalo! 🦬 Give 716 is a way for us to all come together on one day, our day. NLS is the largest provider of civil legal services in our 5 WNY counties, offering FREE advice, counsel, and representation to low-income and disabled residents. You can be part of our fight for equal justice⚖️

Attn: early birds 🐦🐦 Don't miss your opportunity for Bills pre-season tickets! Tomorrow at 7 am, the first 100 donations of $171.60 or will receive a pair for the 8/27 game. These will go fast so be sure to rise and shine ☀️ #Give716

When does NLS help? When you need it! #Give716

Who does NLS help? Your friends and neighbors 😊 #Give716

Due to extreme heat, NYS Parks has extended swimming hours at the following parks in Erie County from 11 AM to 8 PM on July 14 and 15. Check with each park for details: • Beaver Island • Buffalo Harbor Splash Pad • Woodlawn Beach You can also find a list of cooling centers at erie.gov/staycool.

For every $1 invested in legal services, we see $7 in economic benefits to the community. Wanna stretch that even further? Donate during one of the #Give716 matching Power Hours!

Recognizing all our NB besties today on this International Non-Binary Peoples Day. You're an integral part of our neighborhood 💛🤍💜🖤