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Language Assistance Policy

Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania - 080074

Abstract Number: 080074

August 2008

Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania (LASP) developed a Language Assistance Policy for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals and individuals with hearing or visual impairments. LASP adopted the policy to ensure that LEP and hearing or visually impaired individuals can communicate effectively with staff and receive adequate information and legal assistance.
The policy covers the following areas:
1. Assessment of Language Needs
2. Interpretation
3. Translation
4. Training of Staff
5. Monitoring

To access LASP's language assistance policy please click here

Contact Information

Harvey F. Strauss
Executive Director
Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania
Phone #:  724-225-6170
hstrauss@lasp.org
efritsch@lasp.org

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