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Social Security Recipients: 10 Things to Know About 2nd Stimulus Check
From Kiplinger — It's a bit more difficult for Social Security recipients to learn the ins and outs of second-round stimulus checks, since there are a few special rules that only apply to them. Trying to track down answers to all your second stimulus check questions...
1 in 5 Americans less confident about retirement due to pandemic
From USA Today — The coronavirus crisis has had a profound impact on Americans' long-term financial outlook. Now, 21% of workers say they are less confident in being able to retire comfortably since the pandemic began, reports the Transamerica Institute in the recent...
Now That Grandma Has Been Vaccinated, May I Visit Her?
From The New York Times — The start of a mass coronavirus vaccination campaign at U.S. nursing homes has brought hope to many families. But it may be a while before restrictions loosen. Here are answers to common questions. By Matt Richtel A watershed moment 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.
Learn more about Ohio NAELA
Ohio NAELA is a state chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys