Navigating Elder Law
Learn about when it can be helpful to connect with an elder law or trust and estates attorney and an Aging Life Care Manager—and discover how these professionals can guide and support you in creating a well-rounded plan for the future.
Panelists: Elder Law Attorney
Doug Emanuel (of Chace Ruttenberg & Freedman, LLP) will review many important aspects of elder law, including important documents to have on hand (powers of attorney, advance directives, HIPAA authorization, etc.), Medicaid planning, and the possibility of guardianship.
Jenny Miller-Koehler, certified care manager, social worker and business owner of Senior Care Concepts.
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Doug Emanuel:
Doug is a partner in and of Chace Ruttenberg & Freedman, LLP, with offices in Providence and Westerly. Doug is a member of the firm's Trusts, Estate Planning & Administration Group and advises the firm’s clients on estate planning needs and considerations, long-term asset protection, Medicaid planning, probate practice and procedure and trust administration. In addition, he has served as chair of the Rhode Island Bar Association's New Lawyers Committee. Back in his youth, he was recognized as a "Rising Star" in general litigation. Doug is a recognized Rhode Island Super Lawyer and is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell.
- Jenny Miller Koehler, MSW, CMC:
Jenny is the Founder and Owner of Senior Care Concepts Inc. She has been a social worker for 27 years, having previously worked at local assisted living communities in social work and community relations, learning how best to accommodate seniors with varying levels of need, as well as their families. Jenny’s experience in senior care planning and management has given her extensive knowledge of the many assisted living and rehabilitation facilities in the state, access to dozens of physicians and specialists, and connections with a variety of at home service providers. During her time at Senior Care Concepts Inc. she has been providing in-depth care assessments and long-term health care planning for seniors, acting as a liaison between health care professionals, seniors and their families.
Website: http://www.seniorcareconceptsinc.com
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