Research
There is a growing body of research across disciplines about social care, the connection between social determinants of health, and how communities of care can address health-related legal needs. Here is a sampling of research that builds the case for MLPB’s legal partnering model.
Advocating for Families Involved with DCF (June 2022)
An Unlocking Access monthly training offered June 14, 2022.
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Criminal Systems Involvement (May 2022)
An Unlocking Access monthly training offered May 17, 2022.
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So You Want to Talk About Immigration Status
Immigration status is a key social determinant of health that frequently impacts a person’s eligibility to work, reside in the US, access...
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Family Law Basics (January 2022)
An Unlocking Access monthly training, offered January 25, 2022.
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Who’s Got the Power? Spotlight on Child Welfare Stakeholders in Massachusetts
When the MA Department of Children & Families (DCF) enters a family’s life, this triggers a high-stakes process that involves new, confusing,...
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Spotlight on Afghan Evacuees in Massachusetts: Identify Immigration Status to Determine Benefit Eligibility
Immigration statuses can be complex and fluid! Given the resent influx of evacuees — which is not an immigration status per se...
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Spotlight on Afghan Evacuees in Rhode Island: Identify Immigration Status to Determine Benefit Eligibility
Immigration statuses can be complex and fluid! Given the resent influx of evacuees — which is not an immigration status per se...
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RI Maximizing People’s Autonomy: How care teams can help people make supported decisions
Care teams know that people sometimes need a trusted individual to help them make decisions. Guardianship is the most restrictive legal tool...
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