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Domestic Violence and Related Information - MCADSV
The Missouri Coalition Against Domestic Violence (MCADSV) is a centralized domestic and sexual violence clearinghouse for information and resources in Missouri.   To obtain more information about MCADSV you can clink on this link to go to their website. Also, MCDASV has published a valuable booklet entitled, "New 2021 Missouri Law."  The booklet provides information on laws to help survivors of sexual violence and sexual assault to understand the nature and dynamics of domestic violence.
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30 Common Credit Scams: A Guide for Financially Vulnerable Adults
In the modern world, most of us will rely on electronic banking in some form or another. Whether it’s using a card to pay for items in shops, or online transfers, we seamlessly use a blend of digital finance tools and cash in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, this means that there is also a myriad of ways that scammers can target consumers, especially if they are a high-risk group. And with so many different scams doing the rounds, it can be hard to keep track of what you’re meant to look out for.
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Digital Money For Seniors
When it comes to online banking, we could all do with a helping hand. Whether it’s setting up accounts or keeping track of spending, this shift to digitised money management is difficult for a lot of people to get their heads around. In particular, older generations who have spent their lives banking in the traditional way may struggle to adopt the modern approach, with concerns around safety or technological barriers often preventing seniors from making the most of online banking.
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10 Ways an Elder Law Attorney Can Help You
This following information concerning elder lawyers and the types of cases they may handle is being provided by care.com.  We have added the information in pdf format to the bottom of this post, for your review.  Please note, that if you live in Missouri and have a legal issued described in the article, you can apply for free assistance from the Missouri legal aid program that serves your county.
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Existing Pro Bono Programs in Missouri
From the Office State Court Administrators There are a variety of pro bono programs in Missouri. Some are funded by state and federal funds such as the four Legal Services Corporation programs, some are affiliated with social service agencies, some are affiliated with circuit courts, some are limited in scope such as disaster response, some are affiliated with law schools, and some are affiliated with a single church or local agency usually involving one volunteer attorney.
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Malpractice Coverage for Pro Bono Attorneys in Missouri
Malpractice Protection for Pro Bono Attorneys For retired, government and corporate attorneys, lack of malpractice insurance is a major barrier to volunteering (Supporting Justice II, A Report on the Pro Bono Work of America's Lawyers, The ABA Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service, February 2009).
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Why Training is the best defence against cybrsecurity and data threats
‘Why training is the best defense against cybersecurity and data threats’ Cybercrime is one of the most prominent threats facing businesses today. It’s often thought that criminals are only out to target the biggest corporations, but any business – no matter how large or small – is vulnerable. 
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Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of the Elderly and Disabled
NEW: Online Reporting is now available for all concerned individuals and should only be used to report non-emergencies. If you are a mandated reporter, DHSS encourages you to make your adult abuse and neglect reports online 24/7 to help keep our hotline open to the public. Thank you for your partnership! For more information go to the following link: Abuse  
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Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
Reporting child abuse is everyone's responsibility If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call our toll-free hotline at 1-800-392-3738. Our team will be available to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are hearing or speech impaired, call Relay Missouri at 1-800-735-2466 (voice) or 1-800-735-2966 (text).
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Senior Citizens Handbook
Welcome to the 21st Edition of the Senior Citizens Handbook. Legal Services of Eastern Missouri (LSEM) is so grateful to all the contributors to this edition and those who contributed over the years to many prior editions. The first edition of this book was published in 1977. Below is a list of the chapters concerning vital information to senior citizens in Missouri.  You can open or download a pdf copy of the manual at the bottom of this page. Chapter 1 - Supplemental Security Income  Chapter 2 – Social Security Survivor Benefits 
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Domestic Violence and Related Information - MCADSV
The Missouri Coalition Against Domestic Violence (MCADSV) is a centralized domestic and sexual violence clearinghouse for information and resources in Missouri.   To obtain more information about MCADSV you can clink on this link to go to their website. Also, MCDASV has published a valuable booklet entitled, "New 2021 Missouri Law."  The booklet provides information on laws to help survivors of sexual violence and sexual assault to understand the nature and dynamics of domestic violence.
Domestic Violence
30 Common Credit Scams: A Guide for Financially Vulnerable Adults
In the modern world, most of us will rely on electronic banking in some form or another. Whether it’s using a card to pay for items in shops, or online transfers, we seamlessly use a blend of digital finance tools and cash in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, this means that there is also a myriad of ways that scammers can target consumers, especially if they are a high-risk group. And with so many different scams doing the rounds, it can be hard to keep track of what you’re meant to look out for.
ConsumerScams & Identity TheftSenior Citizens
Digital Money For Seniors
When it comes to online banking, we could all do with a helping hand. Whether it’s setting up accounts or keeping track of spending, this shift to digitised money management is difficult for a lot of people to get their heads around. In particular, older generations who have spent their lives banking in the traditional way may struggle to adopt the modern approach, with concerns around safety or technological barriers often preventing seniors from making the most of online banking.
Senior Citizens
10 Ways an Elder Law Attorney Can Help You
This following information concerning elder lawyers and the types of cases they may handle is being provided by care.com.  We have added the information in pdf format to the bottom of this post, for your review.  Please note, that if you live in Missouri and have a legal issued described in the article, you can apply for free assistance from the Missouri legal aid program that serves your county.
Senior Citizens
Existing Pro Bono Programs in Missouri
From the Office State Court Administrators There are a variety of pro bono programs in Missouri. Some are funded by state and federal funds such as the four Legal Services Corporation programs, some are affiliated with social service agencies, some are affiliated with circuit courts, some are limited in scope such as disaster response, some are affiliated with law schools, and some are affiliated with a single church or local agency usually involving one volunteer attorney.
AttorneysMissouri Lawyers CornerOther Information
Malpractice Coverage for Pro Bono Attorneys in Missouri
Malpractice Protection for Pro Bono Attorneys For retired, government and corporate attorneys, lack of malpractice insurance is a major barrier to volunteering (Supporting Justice II, A Report on the Pro Bono Work of America's Lawyers, The ABA Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service, February 2009).
AttorneysMissouri Lawyers CornerOther Information
Why Training is the best defence against cybrsecurity and data threats
‘Why training is the best defense against cybersecurity and data threats’ Cybercrime is one of the most prominent threats facing businesses today. It’s often thought that criminals are only out to target the biggest corporations, but any business – no matter how large or small – is vulnerable. 
Missouri Lawyers CornerScams & Identity TheftOther Information
Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of the Elderly and Disabled
NEW: Online Reporting is now available for all concerned individuals and should only be used to report non-emergencies. If you are a mandated reporter, DHSS encourages you to make your adult abuse and neglect reports online 24/7 to help keep our hotline open to the public. Thank you for your partnership! For more information go to the following link: Abuse  
DisabilitySenior Citizens
Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
Reporting child abuse is everyone's responsibility If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call our toll-free hotline at 1-800-392-3738. Our team will be available to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are hearing or speech impaired, call Relay Missouri at 1-800-735-2466 (voice) or 1-800-735-2966 (text).
DisabilityDomestic Violence
Senior Citizens Handbook
Welcome to the 21st Edition of the Senior Citizens Handbook. Legal Services of Eastern Missouri (LSEM) is so grateful to all the contributors to this edition and those who contributed over the years to many prior editions. The first edition of this book was published in 1977. Below is a list of the chapters concerning vital information to senior citizens in Missouri.  You can open or download a pdf copy of the manual at the bottom of this page. Chapter 1 - Supplemental Security Income  Chapter 2 – Social Security Survivor Benefits 
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