Mental Hygiene Legal Services (MHLS)

Mental Hygiene Legal Services (MHLS)

Provides legal representation, advice, and assistance to persons residing in facilities for the mentally disabled concerning retention, release, care, and treatment. Investigates complaints of clients, their relatives, and friends concerning care and treatment.  Represents residents of adult care and residential health care facilities and general hospitals in matters involving the appointment of a guardian.

Eligibility: Individuals with mental disabilities in Cayuga, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, and St. Lawrence counties

Application Process: Call for information and services

Required Documentation: Call for required documentation

Fees: None

Service Area: Cayuga, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, and St. Lawrence counties

Staff Contact:

Syracuse Area Office: 315-401-3350

Utica Area Office: 315-266-4670

North Country Office: 315-393-3130

Website: www.nycourts.gov/courts/ad4/MHLS/MHLS-offices.html

Address: 224 Harrison Street
Suite 502
Syracuse NY 13202

Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM

Accessibility: Fully Accessible

This agency has the following programs: