BELLE GLADE, FL — The Belle Glade Branch Library, in collaboration with Community Partners, the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, and Florida Rural Legal Services, is offering the community a powerful opportunity to take control of their future. Throughout July, residents are invited to attend a series of free workshops focused on Elder Law and Heirs’ Property Rights, designed to help individuals—particularly seniors and their families—understand and secure their legal rights.
These sessions aim to provide critical knowledge on topics such as wills, power of attorney, health care directives, Lady Bird deeds, living wills, and estate planning—issues that deeply impact Black families and generational wealth.
Workshop Schedule:
Heirs’ Property Rights Information Series – Part 1
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 4 to 6 p.m., at Belle Glade Branch Library.
Gain a foundational understanding of wills, power of attorney, health care directives, and Lady Bird deeds. Presented in partnership with Community Partners and the Legal Aid Society of PBC.
Navigating Elder Law
Friday, July 11, 2025 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.,at Belle Glade Branch Library.
Legal experts from Florida Rural Legal Services will guide participants through living wills, estate planning, advanced directives, and more.
Heirs’ Property Rights Information Series – Part 2
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 from 4 to 6 p.m., at Belle Glade Branch Library
Build on your knowledge and receive free legal assistance to create essential documents like wills and health care directives.
Dawn Frood
Librarian III/Assistant Branch Manager
Glades Area
Palm Beach County Library System
(561) 681-4063
725 NW 4th Street
Belle Glade, FL 33430
Email: froodd@pbclibrary.org
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