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Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities will host free webinar about ADA
From OOD, Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities— The State of Ohio department Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) will host a free webinar titled, “Utilizing ADA Tools" at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 19. Presenters will share how the 2010 ADA...
NJ teacher sues, says she was fired for refusing to alter special ed test scores
From Disability Scoop — by Anthony G. Attrino, NJ.com/TNS — A former Mountainside, New Jersey, teacher has filed a lawsuit against the school district and two administrators alleging they retaliated against her for objecting to illegal directives and...
1.04 million veterans may be eligible for extra year of G.I. Bill benefits
From the Veterans Benefits Administration — Are you a Veteran who served at least two periods of service? In other words, did you reenlist? If so, there’s a chance that you’re eligible for additional G.I. Bill benefits. In January, the VA announced that it has...
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.
Ohio NAELA Membership News
2018 Medicaid Practicum
New to Medicaid? Struggling to develop a strong Medicaid system? Let us help! The Ohio Chapter of NAELA will host a one-day practicum to walk you through the best practices for processing a Medicaid case, including defining the roles of attorneys and support staff....
2017 Ohio NAELA Dates
2017 Ohio NAELA Dates Officer calls: Generally, first Friday of every month Membership Meetings: Generally, the second Friday every three months: Friday, January 13th Friday, April 14th Friday, August 4th (during UnProgram) Friday, October 13th Substantive Calls:...
Notes from 2015 Ohio UnProgram
Notes from 2015 UnProgram - Date county uses for Snapshot in HCBS applications, - County treatment of house in trust, - County treatment of annuity for Community Spouse
Learn more about Ohio NAELA
Ohio NAELA is a state chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys