Medical-Legal Partnerships for Children

Medical-Legal Partnerships for Children (MLPC) are effective collaborations among health care providers and legal aid to improve the health and well-being of children. Together the medical and legal professions can help children improve all aspects of their lives. Legal Aid of Western Ohio (LAWO) participates in two Medical-Legal Partnerships for Children.

Toledo Area

In Toledo, LAWO partners with Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE), ProMedica Toledo Children's Hospital, Mercy Children's Hospital, and Rocket Pediatrics/UT Health.  

For more information on the work and accomplishments of the Toledo MLPC, visit mlpc.ablelaw.org/toledo. 

Dayton Area

In the Dayton area, LAWO partners with ABLE, the Dayton Children's Hospital, Five Rivers Health Centers, and Community Health Centers of Greater Dayton (CHCGD).  

For more information on the work and accomplishments of the Miami Valley Medical-Legal Partnership, visit mlpc.ablelaw.org/miamivalley.