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Navigate the middle market by checking the right boxes

Navigate the middle market by checking the right boxes

From McKnight's Senior Living — By KIimberly Bonvissuto —  The 2019 “Forgotten Middle” study highlighted the need for housing and care for older adults with incomes too high to qualify for federal assistance but not enough resources to be able to afford private-pay...

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How long do Medicare enrollees wait to see a doctor?

How long do Medicare enrollees wait to see a doctor?

A third face month-long delays for appointments, but most are happy with their overall care From AARP — By Dena Bunis — A survey of beneficiaries enrolled in both original Medicare and Medicare Advantage (MA) plans revealed a common problem: More than a third of those...

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Looking for a nursing home? Ohio has a new tool for that.

Looking for a nursing home? Ohio has a new tool for that.

From The Columbus DIspatch – By Danae King –  Families, caregivers and older adults have a new tool to search for long-term care. The Ohio Nursing Home Quality Navigator, introduced this week by the Ohio Department of Aging and Gov. Mike DeWine, offers detailed...

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Why an Elder Law or Special Needs Law Attorney?

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What is Elder and Special Needs Law?

Elder and Special Needs Law are specialized areas of law that involve representing, counseling, and assisting seniors, people with disabilities, and their families in connection with a variety of legal issues, from estate planning to long term care issues, with a primary emphasis on promoting the highest quality of life for the individuals. Typically, Elder and Special Needs Law attorneys address the client’s perspective from a holistic viewpoint by addressing legal, medical, financial, social and family issues.

Demand for Elder and Special Needs Law Is Growing

The number of older individuals in the population is projected to increase to 71.5 million in 2030, representing nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population. As a result the need is growing for specialized legal advice about aging-related issues.

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“Elder and Special Needs Law attorneys are competent, caring and compassionate professionals. They focus on the overall picture of what is best for clients and their families.”
—Craig Reaves, former NAELA President

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Ohio NAELA is a state chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

 

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