THE IMPACT OF LEGAL AID

In 2023 ...

18,273

Ohio seniors accessed legal aid to resolve housing and long-term care challenges, benefits issues, and other legal problems.

3,688

Veterans obtained housing and benefits and improved family stability and financial security with help from legal aid.

3,444

Ohioans expanded their employment prospects with legal aid’s help sealing a criminal record or reinstating a driver’s license.

4,894

Domestic violence survivors used legal aid services to pursue safety and stability.

58,981

 Ohio children were impacted by legal aid services addressing safety, food security, kinship care, healthcare, and education.

"Overcoming poverty is not a gesture of charity. It is an act of justice. It is the protection of a fundamental human right, the right to dignity and a decent life." - Nelson Mandela.