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Trump’s DOJ accuses Medicare Advantage insurers of paying ‘kickbacks’ for customers
From KFF Health News — By Julie Appleby — When people call large insurance brokerages seeking free assistance in choosing Medicare Advantage plans, they’re often offered assurances such as this one from eHealth: “Your benefit advisors will find plans that match your...
Vet referrals to private care no longer will require additional review
From Military.com — By Patricia Kime — The Department of Veterans Affairs has changed its process for veterans to get medical care from non-VA providers, removing a requirement that referrals to community care be reviewed by another VA doctor. The VA announced Monday...
Senior living: Honey, sweetie, dearie: The perils of elderspeak
From KFF Health News — By Paula Span — A prime example of elderspeak: Cindy Smith was visiting her father in his assisted living apartment in Roseville. An aide who was trying to induce him to do something — Smith no longer remembers exactly what — said, “Let me...
Why an Elder Law or Special Needs Law Attorney?
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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Ohio NAELA is a state chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys