The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) is proud to announce the winner of the 2013 Powley Elder Law Award: Reginald H. Turnbull, of Jefferson City, Mo. This award is presented annually to a NAELA member who is recognized in his or her community as a leader in promoting a greater understanding of the…
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National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Elder and Special Needs Law Attorneys Association Kicks Off Celebration at Annual Conference in Atlanta Washington, D.C. — The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) is proud to celebrate “25 years of sharing and caring” through the Elder and Special Needs Law profession. Since 1988, NAELA’s mission has been to establish NAELA member attorneys…
Former NAELA President Appointed to Long-Term Care Commission
House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi appointed Judith Stein, longtime member, Past President, and Fellow of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), to the National Commission on Long-Term Care. Leader Pelosi’s other appointments include SCAN Foundation President Dr. Bruce Allen Chernoff, and activist and philanthropist George Vrandenberg. The 15-member Commission was established by the…
Generous donations keep no-cost legal program going strong
Generous donations keep no-cost legal program going strong By Michael Clark Did you know that Clark County has a trusted resource for senior citizens’ legal services? The Southern Nevada Senior Law Program provides free, quality legal services to county residents who are age 60+. They are the only free legal service provider in Clark County…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Advocacy Directory – Northern Nevada
AARP Nevada State Office / Contact Center 5820 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. 190, LV, NV 89119 Toll Free: (866) 389-5652 www.aarp.org/nv, email: NVAARP@aarp.org State and national legislative, advocacy, regulatory and legal advocacy, 1-866-330-0753 Advocate for Elders, DAS (Aging & Disability) 445 Apple Street, Ste. 104, Reno, NV 89502 (775) 687-0800 www.nevadacareconnection.org Special Programs, Referral…