Greater Boston Legal Services

Senior Services in Boston, Massachusetts. Local Service Provider listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other community service providers serving older adults, family caregivers, and adults with disabilities. Legal assistance for elders. Tenants and housing rights, Nursing Home issues, Defense against Guardianships, Benefits problems, Social Security

Phone: (617) 371-1234

Address: 197 Friend Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02144

Website: http://www.gbls.org/

Good to know: Source: Eldercare Locator, U.S. Administration for Community Living (eldercare.acl.gov) • Local Service Provider • Eldercare ID=3722

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Frequently asked questions about Greater Boston Legal Services

How do I contact Greater Boston Legal Services?

You can call Greater Boston Legal Services at (617) 371-1234 or visit 197 Friend Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Their website is http://www.gbls.org/.

What services does Greater Boston Legal Services offer?

Local Service Provider listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other community service providers serving older adults, family caregivers, and adults with disabilities. Legal assistance for elders. Tenants and housing rights, Nursing Home issues, Defense against Guardianships, Benefits problems, Social Security, SSI, Veterans Benefits, Pension Problems. Service focus: Legal Services. Hours

Are services at Greater Boston Legal Services free or low-cost?

Many community senior services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Greater Boston Legal Services at (617) 371-1234 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Greater Boston Legal Services offer services in other languages?

Call Greater Boston Legal Services at (617) 371-1234 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.