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How to pay for a nursing home with no money
For those with a limited budget for nursing home care, learn what to do and where to get the assistance you require. From US News & World Report — By Lisa Esposito and Payton Sy, RN — Paying for a nursing home with no money to spare is a...
Inheritance on hold? Most Americans don’t understand the time and expense of probate
From USA Today — By Daniel de Vise — Nothing is certain, it is said, but death and taxes. Yet, many Americans know surprisingly little about the legal process of probate that follows a loved one’s death. A new report, titled The State of Probate in America, finds...
Can a simple blue envelope improve traffic stops for disabled drivers?
From The Ohio Newsroom — By Erin Gottsacker — Russ Maddick likes to drive. In his free time, he goes shopping at Goodwill and drives to restaurants like Arby’s and Domino’s. “Every Saturday, I go with my coworkers for eggs and coffee,” he said. Maddick has an...
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.
Learn more about Ohio NAELA
Ohio NAELA is a state chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys