Community Connections Newsletter August 2026
LASCO EDITOR
Resources for Ohioans Impacted by Severe Weather
Many communities across Central and Southeast Ohio were impacted by severe weather this month. From lost power and documents to flooding and structural damage, recent storms are reminders of how quickly natural disasters occur and the severe consequences they can have.
Legal services providers can help clients address many civil legal needs after emergencies, such as assisting them with replacing important documents and filing insurance claims, or connecting them with agencies and resources that can help secure temporary housing, deal with property and repair issues, and more.
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE:
Upcoming Medicaid Changes for Immigrants | Upcoming Clinics Offer Legal Help |
Annual Report Client Spotlight | Justice by the Numbers
IN THIS ISSUE: Protecting SNAP Benefits | Upcoming Clinics Offer Free Legal Help | IRS Tax Debts | Meet the Team | Justice by the Numbers
IN THIS ISSUE: Building Stronger Neighborhoods: How Legal Aid Powers Community Growth | Development Digest | Register Now: Journey Toward Justice Reception | Meet LASCO's Regional Pro Bono Excellence Award Winners | Partnering for Good: Pro Bono Connections | Legal Aid in the News
IN THIS ISSUE: Partner Appreciation | Save the Date: Journey Toward Justice | LASCO Seeking Legal Fellow to Support Veterans | Partnering for Good: Pro Bono Connections | CLE Opportunity | Legal Aid in the News Building Strong Foundations: How Legal Aid Helps Children Thrive By Kate McGarvey, Executive Director
Work Requirement Changes Coming Soon to Medicaid
IN THIS ISSUE: Meet a New Board Member | Save the Date: Journey Toward Justice | RSVP for LASCO's New Philadelphia Open House | Partnering for Good: Pro Bono Connections | Legal Aid in the News Justice in Practice: How LASCO Makes Equal Protection a Reality for More Ohioans By Kate McGarvey, Executive Director
SUN Bucks Provide Eligible Families with Summer Food Support
IN THIS ISSUE: Development Digest | 2025 Annual Report | A Fresh Start Story | Partnering for Good: Pro Bono Connections | LASCO Fundraiser | Legal Aid in the News Healthy Homes, Healthy Communities: Addressing the Challenge of Unsafe Housing By Kate McGarvey, Executive Director
Meeting the Expanded SNAP Work Requirement
IN THIS ISSUE: Older Americans Month | Development Digest | LASCO Fundraiser | Partnering for Good—Pro Bono Connections | Legal Aid in the News Older Americans Month: Recognizing Those Who Strengthen and Sustain Our Work By Kate McGarvey, Executive Director