Elder law

Isaac Wiles Law Firm Expands Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Practice Group with Attorney Jordan A. Brown

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Inheritance, Law, Real property law, Private law, Articles, Estate planning, Property law, Tax avoidance, Taxation in the United States, Elder law, Administration, Trust law

COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Isaac Wiles & Burkholder LLC (Isaac Wiles), a full-service law firm in Columbus Ohio, is pleased to announce the addition of Associate, Jordan A.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Isaac Wiles & Burkholder LLC (Isaac Wiles), a full-service law firm in Columbus Ohio, is pleased to announce the addition of Associate, Jordan A.
  • Brown, to the firm's Estate Planning, Trust & Probate practice group where he will handle matters related to elder law and estate administration and planning, with an additional focus on income and gift tax planning.
  • "We are happy to have Jordan as a new member of our growing Estate Planning group," said Isaac Wiles Partner and Chair of the firm's Estate Planning, Trust & Probate practice group, John C. Lucas.
  • Prior to joining Isaac Wiles, Jordan worked as a law clerk for several boutique law firms in Columbus, assisting attorneys with estate planning & administration, trust administration, business formation & management, real estate, intellectual property, tax, and guardianship cases.

MassNAELA Informs Public, Addresses Concerns Regarding MassHealth Estate Recovery Requirements Notice

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
Legal, Professional services, Seniors, Consumer, Inheritance, Healthcare in Massachusetts, Massachusetts health care reform, Mitt Romney, Universal health care, Law, Probate, Articles, Health, Elder law

The MassHealth notice was sent in May to persons receiving MassHealth who may meet the requirements for Estate Recovery.

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  • The MassHealth notice was sent in May to persons receiving MassHealth who may meet the requirements for Estate Recovery.
  • Any property or assets that are part of the probate estate are subject to Estate Recovery, which may apply whether or not the member is enrolled in a health plan.
  • MassNAELA has developed a seven-minute video explaining the notice, MassHealth Estate Recovery and the probate process, which can be viewed at https://youtu.be/QKuMIFb4BJU .
  • MassHealth members are urged to contact their attorney or they can find one on the MassNAELA website, www.massnaela.com , if they want to learn more.

Securities regulators' study reveals many Canadians unaware of the signs of financial elder abuse

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Abuse, Articles, Elder law, Gerontology, Human behavior, Domestic violence, Elder abuse, Institutional abuse, Elder financial abuse

The CSA and its members are providing resources and holding events to raise awareness of financial elder abuse to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15, 2021.

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  • The CSA and its members are providing resources and holding events to raise awareness of financial elder abuse to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15, 2021.
  • Financial abuse is the most common form of elder abuse, and it typically occurs over an extended period of time.
  • Canadians can take action and prevent financial abuse of older adults by:
    Talking about their financial matters with them.
  • Securities Commission (BCSC) believes it's important for everyone to know how to recognize, reject and report elder financial abuse.

Older Adults Gain Aging-at-Home Independence as DUOS Comes Out of Stealth

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Gerontology, Articles, Life sciences, Academic disciplines, Biology, Disability, Elder law, Old age, Social constructionism

DUOS provides a personal assistant for aging a Duo to help older adults stay healthy and age independently in their own homes.

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  • DUOS provides a personal assistant for aging a Duo to help older adults stay healthy and age independently in their own homes.
  • DUOS works with its members and their loved ones, along with health plans and providers, to provide holistic, personalized support.
  • DUOS provides a personal assistant for aging to help older adults stay healthy and age independently in their homes.
  • DUOS is a simple but elegant tech-enabled solution that leverages hi-touch social connections to keep older adults engaged and thriving.

Legal Resources for Seniors Key Benefit to Elder Law Month

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Monday, May 3, 2021
Human activities, Elder law, Caregiver, Planning, Plan, Human behavior, Human activities, Elder law, Caregiver, Planning, Plan, Human behavior

b'Southfield, MI, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- More than a year into the global COVID-19 pandemic, the virus continues to generate urgency for elder law planning for those most at risk.

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  • b'Southfield, MI, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- More than a year into the global COVID-19 pandemic, the virus continues to generate urgency for elder law planning for those most at risk.
  • Reviewing your estate plan and having the right team in place along with the right resources is crucial in making sure you have an updated estate plan that reflects the correct financial, medical, and legal decisions for you.\xe2\x80\x9d\nTo help seniors and family caregivers with the planning process, Foster Swift created an Elder Law Resources landing page.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cKeeping friends and clients educated on their options is essential in preparing them for what lies ahead.
  • You should reach out to an elder law attorney to help you develop a plan before an emergency eliminates some of your options.\xe2\x80\x9d\n'

May Is National Elder Law Month and Older Americans Month

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Saturday, May 1, 2021
Elder law, Massachusetts law, Elder rights, Naëla, Legal education, Musicians, Singers

b"WASHINGTON, May 1, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As Americans are slowly but surely emerging from the global pandemic with vaccine rollouts and loosened restrictions on nursing home visitations, elder and special needs law attorneys across the country are celebrating National Elder Law Month and Older Americans Month virtually.

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  • b"WASHINGTON, May 1, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As Americans are slowly but surely emerging from the global pandemic with vaccine rollouts and loosened restrictions on nursing home visitations, elder and special needs law attorneys across the country are celebrating National Elder Law Month and Older Americans Month virtually.
  • Most elder law firms are open virtually to conduct client meetings via videoconference.\nFind an elder and special needs law attorney in your area using NAELA's Online Member Directory and learn more about questions and answers when looking for an attorney on the NAELA website.\nMembers of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) are attorneys who are experienced and trained in working with the legal problems of aging Americans and individuals of all ages with disabilities.
  • The mission of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys is to educate, inspire, serve, and provide community to attorneys with practices in elder and special needs law.
  • For more information, visit NAELA.org, or to locate a NAELA member attorney in your area, visit NAELA.org/findlawyer.\nAbby Matienzo, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), 703-349-1923, [email protected]\n"

NCOA Statement: American Rescue Plan is a Momentous Step Toward Social Justice for America's Older Adults

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
Articles, Life sciences, Health sciences, Biology, Disability, Elder law, Gerontology, Old age, Social constructionism, NCOA, Preventive healthcare, Vaccination

"NCOA is proud to have championed many key provisions in this historic legislation to increase the availability of much-needed services and benefits.

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  • "NCOA is proud to have championed many key provisions in this historic legislation to increase the availability of much-needed services and benefits.
  • The American Rescue Plan expands nutrition programs that can banish the specter of hunger haunting many older adults.
  • There will be more support for life-saving health care services such as vaccinations and disease prevention, as well as to address social isolation.
  • "This is truly a momentous first step toward reimagining aging in America as a social justice issue.

NAELA to Host Elder Law and Special Needs Planning Conference Online

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Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Elder law, Massachusetts law, Naëla, Elder rights, Musicians, Singers

WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), a professional association for elder and special needs law attorneys, will host the NAELA Annual Conference from March 24-26, 2021, online.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), a professional association for elder and special needs law attorneys, will host the NAELA Annual Conference from March 24-26, 2021, online.
  • This year's event includes the following general and breakout sessions:
    This event will coincide with the announcement of the 2021 NAELA awards .
  • Members of the media are welcome to attend the NAELA Annual Conference online.
  • The mission of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys is to educate, inspire, serve, and provide community to attorneys with practices in elder and special needs law.

'Senior Cyber' Aims to Protect and Empower Seniors Against #1 Digital Threat of Hackers

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Monday, January 25, 2021
Articles, Data security, Computer network security, Elder law, Gerontology, Health, Cybercrime, Biology, Old age, Computer security, Schober

Scott is again joined by co-author and younger brother, Craig Schober with the release of Senior Cyber.

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  • Scott is again joined by co-author and younger brother, Craig Schober with the release of Senior Cyber.
  • Together, they discuss a multitude of cybersecurity scams that relate directly to the financial, social and healthful well-being affecting all seniors by providing tips and easy calls to action.
  • Senior Cyberoffers simple advice for all levels of cybersecurity experience for grandparents, grandchildren and everyone in between.
  • The printed books feature large, easy to read typefaces for elderly eyes and many illustrations and visual examples of scams.

NAELA Celebrates Passage of Latest COVID-19 Relief Package

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Friday, January 15, 2021
Elder law, Massachusetts law, Naëla, Musicians, Singers

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) praises the U.S. Senate for passage of the latest COVID-19 relief package .

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) praises the U.S. Senate for passage of the latest COVID-19 relief package .
  • The relief package will aid in three of NAELA's top public policy priorities for 2021:
    Made permanent the lower medical expense deduction threshold.
  • "NAELA members advocate for the needs of older adults and people with disabilities, and the passage of this relief package will benefit these populations tremendously," said NAELA President Wendy Cappelletto, Esq., CAP.
  • For more information, visit NAELA.org, or to locate a NAELA member attorney in your area, visit NAELA.org/FindLawyer.