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The Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i provides critical legal support to help kūpuna recover from disasters and protect their rights during difficult times. Through its Disaster Recovery Legal Services, the organization assists kūpuna with housing issues, insurance claims, landlord disputes, replacement of vital documents, and access to public benefits after hurricanes, wildfires, floods, or other emergencies. Kūpuna often face unique challenges in the aftermath of a disaster, and Legal Aid ensures they don’t have to navigate the legal system alone. With a team of dedicated local attorneys and advocates, the Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i empowers kūpuna to rebuild their lives with dignity, secure their homes, and receive the benefits and compensation they are entitled to.

How They Can Help

  • Housing and landlord disputes
  • Insurance claim assistance
  • Replacing lost legal documents
  • Accessing public benefits
  • Disaster recovery legal advice

Emergency Situations They Can Help With

Hurricanes and severe storms
Wildfires
Floods and heavy rains
Power outages
Housing emergencies