Develop robust Long-Term Care plans with professional guidance during our seminar "National Healthcare Decisions Day and YOU: Legal and Medical Decisions to Consider Now."
Major Challenges
Planning for the high likelihood of cognitive decline requires long-term care.
Establishing the necessary legal documents to protect assets and ensure care.
Understanding the financial burden of various levels of long-term care.
Utilizing financial tools to cover long-term care expenses.
Why you should attend
1. Expert Guidance
Learn from seasoned professionals in elder law and long-term care planning.
2. Strategic Insights
Gain critical strategies to manage and mitigate long-term care costs.
3. Personalized Approach
Understand how to tailor long-term care plans to your unique circumstances.
LIMITED SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE
Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch
1420 Price Park Dr.
Greensboro, NC 27410
Wednesday, April 9
12:00 PM
Session Topics
Levels of Care
An overview of independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care.
Payment Options
Exploring private pay, veterans benefits, long-term care insurance, and Medicaid.
Legal Tools
Understanding the importance of powers of attorney and asset protection trusts.
Medicaid Eligibility
Steps and strategies to qualify for Medicaid without exhausting your savings.
Family Preparation
Planning for caregiving roles and ensuring family members are informed and prepared.
Dennis Toman
Dennis is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) and a Board Certified Specialist in Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Probate.
Over 20 years ago, he founded The Elderlaw Firm to guide families through the complexities of elder care. As an author and frequent speaker, Dennis helps clients protect their assets and secure their future, while his firm continues to grow in offering comprehensive elder law services.
Risa Hanau
AuthoraCare Collective
With more than 30 years of experience in the end of life and hospice field, Risa Hanau, a licensed clinical social worker, is the Clinical and Community Educator at AuthoraCare Collective.
Risa is well known throughout the Carolinas and beyond for her expertise in areas ranging from palliative care and hospice care, advance care planning, clinical ethics and staff and caregiver self-care. Throughout her career, Risa has been driven by an understanding of the importance of clinical staff education and support as a means to excellent bedside care.
Angela Lewis Myers (They/Them)
Angela Lewis-Myers is a dedicated social worker specializing in healthcare quality, with a particular focus on dignity and advocacy for patients at the end of life. Currently, Angela works at Cone Health, where they play a crucial role in supporting patients through care planning and normalizing open communication about end-of-life concerns. Angela is also an educator and trainer, serving as adjunct faculty at Western Carolina University
Before joining Cone Health, Angela was part of the Triad Health Network, where they contributed significantly to the healthcare community in Greensboro, North Carolina. Their work often involves collaborating with local agencies to provide comprehensive support for patients dealing with death, dying, and grief. Angela's commitment to their field is evident in their efforts to advocate for aging LGBTQIA+ individuals, ensuring they receive the respect and care they deserve.
Angela's contributions to social work have been recognized by the National Association of Social Workers North Carolina Chapter, where they were named Member of the Week. Their dedication to patient advocacy and education highlights their passion for improving healthcare quality and supporting vulnerable populations. Angela continues to make a positive impact in their community through their work at Cone Health and their involvement in various educational and advocacy initiatives.