SeniorLAW Center

Yesterday, SeniorLAW Center and pro bono partners Blank Rome and Comcast held a Life Planning Documents Legal Clinic for older Philadelphians at Blank Rome. Over 40 pro bono attorneys worked with 18 older adults to draft and finalize approximately 70 advanced planning documents, including Simple Wills, Living Wills, and Health Care and Financial Power of Attorney documents.

We'd like to thank Kathy Ochroch and her team at Blank Rome and Jason Conn and his team at Comcast for all their work organizing this clinic for SeniorLAW Center clients. Thanks to their efforts, older adults in the community were empowered to make important life planning decisions for themselves and their estate.

We'd also like to shout out SeniorLAW Center's Joanna Jarzebowska, Supervisor, Legal Compliance & Pro Bono Services; Michael Prendergast, Legal Advocate, Intake, Education, and Pro Bono; and intern Grace Eagen for all their work coordinating this clinic!

Eligible older Philadelphia residents (ages 60+) can receive $25 of produce vouchers for fresh Pennsylvania-grown fruits and vegetables from local farmers markets.

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging will distribute produce vouchers beginning Monday, June 22 at PCA headquarters (642 N. Broad St.) or participating senior centers until September 30th, or until all vouchers are claimed.

Eligibility:
● Live in Philadelphia County
● Age 60 or older (by Dec. 31, 2026)
● Meet household income guidelines: $29,526 (one person) or $40,034
(two people)

For other distribution locations and information on how to apply,
read more below or call the PCA Helpline at 215-765-9040.

Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) Produce Vouchers - Philadelphia Corporation For Aging Each year, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) participates in the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) to help older adults access fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Through this seasonal program, income-eligible Philadelphia residents aged 60 and older can receive free vou...

In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts’ (AOPC) Office of Elder Justice in the Courts (OEJC) has released an educational video titled "Elder Abuse: Financial Exploitation and How Pennsylvanians Can Stay Safe." PA Courts

SeniorLAW Center's Executive Director Karen C. Buck joined fellow members of Pennsylvania's Advisory Council on Elder Justice in the Courts in a recorded panel discussion to discuss how older adults can recognize and avoid scams and financial exploitation, how to respond and report abuse, and how to access resources available to the public.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is observed each year on June 15th, marking a global campaign to raise awareness of and prevent elder abuse in communities throughout the world.

Watch the video on the OEJC website at https://buff.ly/r6ALOpN and learn how we can all play a role in preventing elder abuse and supporting older adults across Pennsylvania.