Notice of Privacy Practices

DC SENIORS FOR QUALITY HEALTHCARE

THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION MAY BE COLLECTED, USED, AND DISCLOSED, AND HOW YOU CAN ACCESS THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.

For purposes of this Notice, “DCSQH,” “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to DC Seniors for Quality Healthcare. When we use the term “Personal Information,” we refer to information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to you. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your Personal Information responsibly. This Notice explains what information we collect, how we use and protect it, your privacy rights, and the choices available to you when interacting with our website, legal services, communications, and related offerings.


COLLECTION AND PROTECTION

What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect Personal Information including:

  • Name, mailing address, email address, telephone number, and other contact information.

  • Information provided through consultation requests, contact forms, event registrations, newsletter sign-ups, and client intake forms.

  • Information relating to legal matters, inquiries, or services requested.

  • Information obtained through communications with our firm.

  • Information automatically collected through our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and usage data.

  • Information received from third-party service providers, analytics vendors, and publicly available sources.

Payment information is processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store complete payment card information on our systems.

How We Protect Personal Information

We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect Personal Information, including:

  • SSL encryption for website communications.

  • Restricted access on a need-to-know basis.

  • Security monitoring and vulnerability assessments.

  • Secure third-party payment processing.


YOUR RIGHTS

You may have the right to:

  • Request access to Personal Information we maintain about you. 

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Request deletion of information where permitted by law.

  • Request confidential communications through preferred channels.

  • Opt out of marketing communications.

  • Designate an authorized representative to act on your behalf.

  • File a complaint regarding our privacy practices.


YOUR CHOICES

You may choose to:

  • Opt out of marketing emails using the unsubscribe link provided.

  • Control cookie settings through your browser.

  • Limit certain communications and marketing preferences.


HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We may use Personal Information to:

  • Provide legal and professional services.

  • Respond to inquiries and consultation requests.

  • Manage client relationships.

  • Process payments and transactions.

  • Improve our website and services.

  • Conduct analytics and operational reviews.

  • Comply with legal, ethical, and regulatory obligations.

  • Protect against fraud, misuse, and security threats.


OTHER WAYS WE MAY SHARE INFORMATION

We may disclose Personal Information:

  • To service providers assisting in business operations.

  • To comply with legal obligations, court orders, subpoenas, or regulatory requirements.

  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of our firm, clients, or others.

  • In connection with business transactions permitted by law.

  • In aggregated or de-identified form.


COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze usage, and enhance user experience. Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings.


THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.


CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13.


DATA RETENTION

We retain Personal Information for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.


DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION

If a security incident compromises Personal Information, we will provide notice consistent with applicable law.


OUR RESPONSIBILITIES

We are committed to:

  • Maintaining the privacy and security of Personal Information.

  • Providing notice of material privacy practice changes.

  • Following the practices described in this Notice.

  • Using Personal Information only as permitted by law and this Notice.


CHANGES TO THIS NOTICE

We reserve the right to revise this Notice at any time. Updated versions will be posted on our website.


CONTACT INFORMATION

DC Seniors for Quality Healthcare
Email: info@dcseniorvoices.org
Website: dcseniorvoices.org