Long-Term Care Ombudsman Services investigate and work to resolve complaints made by, or on behalf of, individual residents in long-term care facilities such as:

• Nursing homes
• Residential care facilities for the elderly
• Assisted living facilities

All Ombudsman services are provided for free and all complaints are confidential. Long-Term Care Ombudsman representatives assist with issues related to day-to-day care, health, safety, and personal preferences.

Report Abuse in a Long-Term Care Facility

1. Download and complete the Report of Suspected Elder or Dependent Adult Abuse Form SOC341
2. Submit it with the Local Law Enforcement SOC341 Cross Reporting Transmittal Cover 
   
   

Web pages

• Long Term Care Ombudsman Services - https://www.agencyonaging4.org/long-term-care-ombudsman/
• California Adult Protective Services (APS) Information - https://www.cdss.ca.gov/adult-protective-services
• Information on LTC Ombudsman Services - https://aging.ca.gov/Programs_and_Services/Long-Term_Care_Ombudsman
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Sierra Community House offers Mediation and Legal Assistance which provides free and reduced cost legal services in a clinic setting for civil legal matters. All services are available in multiple languages and available on a sliding scale.

Services
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Sierra Community House provides limited scope representation, including information, support, and conflict resolution to resolve many legal issues community members face. They do not provide legal representation in court. They may be able to provide assistance in the following areas:

• Family Law
• Immigration Law
• Landlord/tenant Law
• Employment Law
• Small Claims/Contract Matters
• Civil Harassment Restraining Orders
• Name Changes
• Guardianship and Conservatorship
• Know Your Rights and Be Prepared Education
• Understanding the worker’s compensation process

If they cannot provide the assistance you need, they will do their best to refer you to an agency that can.

MEDIATION
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The National Immigration Law Center defends and advances the rights of low-income immigrants.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.nilc.org/

Placer County District Attorney's Office

The Deputy District Attorney assigned to this Unit often relies on civil prosecution to enforce laws that protect consumers, although some issues are handled criminally. These matters are prosecuted on behalf of the People of the State of California, like all other District Attorney matters.

One of the main goals of the Unit is to ensure businesses are not harming consumers in Placer County and are obeying the laws governing similar business operations here.

Some cases arise from consumer complaints made by members of the public who believe they have been harmed or treated unfairly by a business which is located in Placer County.

Tips for Consumers:

Avoid offers that seem "too good to be true".

Avoid buying of major items, there is no "3-day Cooling Off Period" when buying cars.

Be aware of businesses who pose as official or government agencies when they are not Report ID Theft immediately to the Police or Sheriffs & contact your credit companies.…

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Placer Dispute Resolution is a non-profit, community-based conflict resolution organization. We offer mediation, training and conflict coaching services to those who live in, or own property or a business in Placer County. If you are experiencing a conflict, our experienced mediators can help you reach a satisfying resolution. All services are low-cost, voluntary and confidential.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placerdisputeresolution.org/

The Professional Fiduciary Association of California provides information about professional fiduciaries.

Professional Fiduciary services may include:

• Trustee
• Guardian
• Estate Executor
• Daily Bill Paying and Money Management
• Healthcare Representation
• Agent under a Power of Attorney
• Executor for senior with no spouse or family
• Conservator for those who are mentally or physically incapacitated
  
  

Web pages

• Home - https://pfac-pro.org/

Cal Voices improves the lives of residents in the diverse communities of California through advocacy, education, research, and culturally relevant services. Some programs are offered in specific counties or regions, others are statewide.

Placer County

• Family Advocates with Placer County Parent Partners offer the following
  • Use creative, culturally sensitive, and strengths-based thinking to support families in achieving their goals.
  • Provide support to families receiving services from Placer County’s Children’s System of Care, including:
    • Behavioral Health
    • Drug Court
    • Child Welfare
    • Juvenile Probation Services
  • Create connections between teachers, juvenile probation officers, mental health workers, and social workers.
  • Support families where applicable
    • Court proceedings
    • Treatment team meetings
    • School meetings
  • Assist families in being equal partners with professionals assisting them.
  • Provide an opportunity for parents to benefit from the support and understandin…

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The Placer County Public Defender's Office provides legal defense for those facing criminal allegations who are financially unable to retain an attorney.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placerpublicdefender.com/

The Nevada County Public Defender's Office provides legal defense for those facing criminal allegations who are financially unable to retain an attorney.

It can also assist with cleaning up criminal records.

Web pages

• Home - http://www.mynevadacounty.com/573/Public-Defender
• Criminal Record Clean-Up - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/628/Cleaning-Up-Criminal-Record

The International Rescue Committee provides services for refugees, asylees, victims of human trafficking, survivors of torture, and other immigrants.

Areas of immigration legal assistance:
Adjustment of Status, Consular Processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship

Types of immigration legal services provided:
Help completing forms, Filings with USCIS

Non-legal services:
Employment services, ESL, Office Of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)-funded services for trafficking victims, Referrals to other services


Web pages

• Home - https://www.rescue.org/
• Human-trafficking Outreach, Prevention and Education (H.O.P.E.) Program - https://www.rescue.org/announcement/hope-program-sacramento (Provides comprehensive, trauma-informed services, case management and direct assistance for survivors of both labor and sex trafficking. The HOPE Program serves the greater Sacramento region and 30 counties throughout Northern Califo…

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