Matter SCC-128663

Approve Inventory Item No. 205 to provide a grant to Senior Adults Legal Assistance in the amount of $20,000 relating to supporting legal assistance to individuals that are low-income or at-risk of abuse or loss of independence, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Ellenberg)

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Fiscal/Budget Item Printout

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This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Susan Ellenberg to the Board of Supervisors regarding Inventory Item No. 205, which proposes a grant of $20,000 to Senior Adults Legal Assistance. The grant aims to support legal assistance for low-income individuals or those at risk of abuse or loss of independence. The item is referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

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The document is from the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors.
It is regarding Inventory Item No. 205 for Senior Adults Legal Assistance.
A grant of $20,000 is recommended to support legal assistance for low-income individuals.
The item is scheduled for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.
The recommended action is expected to positively impact children, youth, and seniors.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Four Supervisor Susan Ellenberg 128663 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SUBJECT: Inventory Item No. 205 Senior Adults Legal Assistance RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 205 to provide a grant to Senior Adults Legal Assistance in the amount of $20,000 relating to supporting legal assistance to individuals that are low-income or at-risk of abuse or loss of independence, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Ellenberg) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $20,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The grant of $20,000 must be used to support the provision of services described above. The services funded by this inventory grant must be open to eligible participants of all backgrounds. CHILD IMPACT The recommended action will have a positive impact on children and youth. SENIOR IMPACT The recommended action will have a positive impact on seniors. SUSTAINABILITY IMPLICATIONS The recommended action will have no/neutral sustainability implications. ATTACHMENTS: • Coversheet for Senior Adults Assistance (PDF) Board of Supervisors:...

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Coversheet for Senior Adults Assistance

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This document is a coversheet for a funding request by Senior Adults Legal Assistance (SALA) for $20,000. The funding is intended to support legal assistance for elders, particularly in light of a loss of previous funding. SALA has received County funding for similar programs since 2000 and is currently funded for various initiatives. The request indicates that the funding will help sustain service levels at senior centers in District 4 and residents in District 2. The document also notes that SALA would be able to scale down services if full funding is not awarded.

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Entity requesting funding: Senior Adults Legal Assistance (SALA)
Amount requested: $20,000
Type of entity: Nonprofit
Geographical reach: District 4 and District 2
Multi-year request: No
Duration of program: 7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027
SALA has been funded by County SSA ADDAS since 2013-14 for Elder Abuse Prevention, County CDBG since 2013-14, and County Unmet Civil Legal Needs since 2000.
SALA is requesting funding for unfunded case handler time due to loss of $60,000 in funding.
SALA has applied to District 2 for a different project.

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The document contains unresolved placeholders and unfilled options.
The document does not specify the names of the supervisors requesting approval or the recommended funding amount.

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County of Santa Clara Board or Sup r iliors Budget· Inventory Item Cover S heet Entity or lndividu~l(s) requesting funding:lsenior Adults Legal Assistance (SALA) Amount of funding requested : $20,000 i,;;;::.::.:..~:..._--------,,-,---------==-----------' Type of Entity/Ind ividual(s): D Govern_m_e_nt_a_l_E_n_ti..:ty_ _-='=~~o~n~pr:.;;o:.:.f:.:.1t.::,i:.:.;n:.:;Li~ly~-=□ =:..;;..F.;;.or;..-.;;.P,;,,;ro;..fi.;.;1t..:E:.cn..:t..:il)"-'----, D 0lher:I...._______________________, Note: Nonprofit and for-profit entities must prol'ide current Certificate ofStat us from Secreta1y of State showing good standing to receive funding. Does Entity/Individual have a Fiscal Sponsor?[ZJ No D Yes (please identify): A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit that is taking on re.,ponsibility for accepting and/or disbursing funds on behalf of the grantee or sponsored entity, Note: Fiscal Sponsors are available Q!!}]: for new initiatives or projects that have not yet incorporated, or for individuals. Nonprofits thal are not in good standing with the California Secrelary a/State, and for-profit entities, may not use a fiscal sponsor. D Countywide D District 1 D District 2 D District 3 [l]District 4 D District...