Senior Advocacy Network - Senior Law Project

Senior Advocacy Network - Senior Law Project delivers free legal services to older adults in Stanislaus and San Joaquin counties of California. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by Joyce Gandelman, the organization focuses on protecting the health, housing stability and legal rights of seniors through a compassionate, client centered approach. Core areas include housing matters such as foreclosure prevention and landlord tenant issues, as well as private client services like wills, powers of attorney, advance health care directives and guardianships.

The organization is recognized for its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, having received the California State Bar DEI Leadership Bronze Seal in 2024. It maintains a community based presence in Modesto and surrounding areas, offers multilingual resources such as Spanish language materials, and emphasizes accessible service for seniors who may have limited means to obtain legal help.

Inquiries are handled in the order they are received with a commitment to timely follow up, and the organization posts hours for in person intake and telephone assistance. Serving residents aged 60 and older in Stanislaus and San Joaquin counties, SAN emphasizes no income requirements for eligibility and a respectful, dignified service model designed to help seniors maintain independence and legal rights.