Oklahoma

Senior Housing

Know the Law

• Basic Facts About the Fair Housing Act

  The Fair Housing Act covers most housing. In some circumstances, the Act exempts owner-occupied buildings with no more than four units, single-family housing sold or rented without the use of a broker, and housing operated by organizations and private clubs that limit occupancy to members. Read More

  By:

  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Residents' Rights in Nursing Homes, Assisted Living and Residential Care Facilities

  Know your rights for clients and family members living in nursing homes, assisted living and residential care facilities. Read More

  By:

  OK DHS

• The Fair Housing Act

  Read the Fair Housing Act, 42 USC 3601, Sec 801 Content Detail

  By:

  US Department of Justice

• When A Joint Tenant Dies

  If you own a house or land with another person as joint tenants and that person dies, you can place the home or land in your name without going through probate. You do not need a lawyer to do this. You will have to file some papers with the County Clerk. Read More

  By:

  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Affidavit as to Military Service (Eviction)

  Form to file with the court in an eviction case verifying Military Service. Content Detail

  By:

  Administrative Office of the Courts

• Before you sign a lease or rental agreement (video)

  Before you sign a lease or rental agreement take a look around and note any damages. Read More

  By:

  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Court Forms (Judgments)

  After getting a judgment in a court case, you must file certain documents to be able to collect your judgment or to be able to keep the judgment in place if you cannot collect it right away. Content Detail

  By:

  Administrative Office of the Courts

• Federal Regulations & Guidelines Covering Nursing Home Problems

  Content Detail

  By:

  National Senior Citizens Law Center

• Getting Your Security Deposit Back

  This information provides a brief overview of what to do if your landlord won't give you your security deposit back when you move out. Read More

  By:

  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español

  Russian / Pусский

  Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt

• Homeownership: Oklahoma

  Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home. Getting Started, Buying a Home, Owning and Maintaining Your Home and Other Oklahoma Resources on this web site. Content Detail

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  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Devleopment

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español

• Home Ownership Options for Seniors

  A guide to help you select the best home ownership option in your specific circumstances. Content Detail

  By:

  National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

• Housing Options for Senior Citizens

  Looking for housing options for yourself, an aging parent, relative, or friend? Do some research first to determine what kind of assistance or living arrangement you need; what your health insurance might cover; and what you can afford. Check here for financial assistance resources and guides for making the right choice. Content Detail

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  U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development

• How to Get Your Landlord to Make Repairs

  If you want your landlord to fix something, you must follow the rules set out in the law. If you fail to follow the rules carefully, you run the risk of being evicted for nonpayment of rent. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español

  Russian / Pусский

  Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt

• HUD in Oklahoma

  Visit this website to get up to date news on housing developments in the state of Oklahoma and services available. This website is also available in Spanish. Content Detail

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  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español

• Human Rights - FAQ

  Brief frequently asked questions sheet on Human Rights and discrimination Content Detail

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  City of Tulsa