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    FEMA Opens Disaster Recovery Center in Lee County to Aid Hurricane Survivors
    December 20, 2024 · News Releases,Disaster Services,FEMA,LSC Disaster Aid
    (FORT MYERS, Fla.) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has opened a Disaster...
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    Attorney General Office Renews Four Victims of Crime Act Grants for FRLS Offices in Lakeland, Fort Pierce, Fort Myers, and West Palm Beach
    December 19, 2024 · News Releases,VOCA
    Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS), a nonprofit law firm offering free legal assistance to...
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    Executive Director Provides Organization’s Progress at December Board Meeting
    December 9, 2024 · News Releases,Executive Director,Board Member
    (SARASOTA, Fla.) — Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS), a non-profit law firm that provides free...
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    FEMA Extends Application Deadline for Hurricane Milton & Helene Survivors
    December 6, 2024 · News Releases,Disaster Services,FEMA,LSC
    (FORT MYERS, Fla.) – If you or someone you know is still recovering from Hurricanes Milton or...
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    Florida Rural Legal Services Hosts Annual All-Staff Meeting in Fort Myers
    December 3, 2024 · News Releases
    (FORT MYERS, Fla.) - Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) hosted its 2024 Annual All-Staff Meeting...
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    Community Collaboration Shines at FRLS’s Inaugural Season of Giving Health Fair
    December 3, 2024 · News Releases,FFLA,Fort Pierce
    (FORT PIERCE, Fla.)- Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) hosted its first annual Season of Giving...
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    Florida Tenants: Landlords Cannot Shut Off Utilities or Change Locks Without Legal Process
    November 30, 2024 · News Releases,LSC,Tenants Rights,Housing Rights,Housing Law
    (LAKELAND, Fla.) - Landlords in Florida cannot legally shut off a tenant’s electricity, water, or...
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    Fort Pierce Residents Invited to Attend FRLS' First Annual Season of Giving Health, Law Fair
    November 29, 2024 · News Releases,Fort Pierce
    (FORT PIERCE,Fla.) - Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) will hold its first annual Season of...
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    Standing Up for Veterans' Housing Rights: Story of FRLS' Impact on 77-Year-Old Military Veteran
    November 15, 2024 · News Releases,Victory Voices,Client Story
    The Case: At Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS), we believe that everyone has the right to...
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    Client Story | FRLS Secures Benefits for Young Child at Risk of Losing SSI Assistance
    November 4, 2024 · Public Benefits,Client Story,News Releases,Polk County
    A young child receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will continue to receive...
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    FRLS Expanded Hurricane Ian Disaster Recovery Project in Charlotte and DeSoto Counties thanks to Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fund
    November 1, 2024 · Suncoast,Disaster Services,News Releases
    (CHARLOTTE, Fla.) — Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) expanded its outreach through...
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    Florida Rural Legal Services Hosts 19th Judicial Circuit Bench Bar Conference with a focus on AI
    October 30, 2024 · News Releases,Fort Pierce,Bench Bar Conference
    (JENSEN BEACH, Fla.) — Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) presented the 19th Judicial Circuit...
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    FRLS Celebrates New Fort Myers Office with Ribbon Cutting and Pro Bono Recognition Event
    October 30, 2024 · News Releases,Fort Myers
    (FORT MYERS, Fla.)- Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS), a non-profit law firm that provides free...
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    FEMA Funding Now Available for Floridians Affected by Hurricane Milton, FRLS can Help with FEMA Appeals
    October 15, 2024 · News Releases,Disaster Services,Hurricane Milton
    (LAKELAND, Fla.) - People impacted by Hurricane Milton now have access to federal assistance...
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    Client Story | FRLS Case Ends Cycle of Domestic Violence for Deaf Desoto County Mother and Children
    October 8, 2024 · Client Story,Family Protection,LSC,News Releases
    (DESOTO COUNTY, Fla.)- In a case of domestic violence, a 37-year-old deaf mother, referred to...
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    FRLS Office Closures Due to Hurricane Milton
    October 7, 2024 · Disaster Services,News Releases
    Hurricane Milton is currently tracking towards Florida, bringing with it the potential for...
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    What to Include in Hurricane Emergency Kit Ahead of Storm
    October 6, 2024 · Disaster Services,ARC CAP
    After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means...
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    Essential Steps to Create Your Family Evacuation Plan Before Hurricane
    October 6, 2024 · Disaster Services,ARC CAP
    It's essential to create a family hurricane preparedness plan before a storm threatens your area....
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    Know Your Evacuation Zone Ahead of Looming Hurricane
    October 6, 2024 · Disaster Services,ARC CAP
    It's crucial for Florida residents to find out if they live in an evacuation zone, a low-lying...
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    Hurricane Helene Approaches: Florida Issues State of Emergency and Encourages Preparedness
    September 25, 2024 · News Releases,Disaster Services
    FLORIDA- Helene is growing stronger as it travels past Mexico and towards the Gulf Coast of...
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