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Technology and remote access can help legal assistance and elder rights professionals build capacity to reach older adults. The resources in this section discuss the growing use of technology among older adults and advocates and how innovative programs can improve legal services delivery.
Legal technology can help extend the resources of legal assistance organizations and partners. Recent technology has focused on the needs of older adults and many initiatives utilize trusted intermediaries to reach older adults who may lack access to the internet.
During the COVID-19 crisis, most legal assistance providers shifted to remote legal work to continue operations and keep clients and staff safe. These resources and strategies for remote legal assistance and outreach are also important to consider for reaching isolated older adults and older adults in rural areas.
Last Modified: 01/16/2024
