How to apply for Free Legal Help for Seniors — West Tennessee Legal Services (Carroll County)
West Tennessee Legal Services, Inc. (LSC-funded nonprofit), under contract with the Northwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability (Northwest Tennessee Development District)
Who it's for
Free civil legal help for people age 60 and older, delivered by West Tennessee Legal Services under the Northwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability. The AAAD lists legal advice, representation and education in matters such as food stamps, Social Security, SSI, TennCare, nursing home care and access, boarding homes, federally subsidized housing, utilities, age discrimination, cases involving the immediate risk of losing housing, adult abuse, neglect and exploitation, and medical collection actions that threaten access to health care. It also prepares health care power of attorney and living will documents. Carroll County is in the nine-county Northwest Tennessee region. Call West Tennessee Legal Services toll-free at 800-372-8346 (Jackson office 731-423-0616) for an appointment, or the AAAD at 731-587-4213.
Older Americans Act legal help is free for people 60 and older; West Tennessee Legal Services says it serves people with limited income and gives priority to the most urgent problems, and it decides which cases it can take. An appointment is required. Not legal or financial advice.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of age 60 or older
- Proof of Carroll County residency
- Any paperwork about the legal problem — notices, letters, court papers, or benefit denials
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 800-372-8346
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Free Legal Help for Seniors — West Tennessee Legal Services (Carroll County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age 60 or older, proof of Carroll County residency, any paperwork about the legal problem — notices, letters, court papers, or benefit denials — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
as needed (per legal matter)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.