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Kinship Law Matters: Monthly Virtual Workshops

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Kinship caregivers—join our free monthly virtual workshops to learn about custody, Powers of Attorney, public benefits, tenants’ rights, and more. Contact Valerie L’Herrou, valerie@vplc.org, for more information.

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