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The mission of the NAELA Foundation is to promote the goals of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and advocate for the rights of older Americans and people with special needs. This is accomplished through litigation and regulatory advocacy, research, amicus briefs, and education and scholarships. The Foundation Litigation and Regulatory Advocacy Fund's objective is to establish good legal precedent in matters of critical importance to older Americans and people with special needs. Through the Cohn Sisters' Scholarships for Patient Advocacy, the Foundation awards scholarships to NAELA members in financial need so that they can attend national education events.

Upcoming Events

NAELA Foundation Webinar: Medicare Appeals in light of the Jimmo Settlement: What to Do When Your Client is Denied Coverage

December 11, 2019
3-4:30 pm ET

NAELA Foundation provided a grant to the Center for Medicare Advocacy (CMA) to support NAELA members, clients who rely on Medicare to access health care, and to strengthen and protect the Medicare program. Jimmo, litigated and settled by the Center for Medicare Advocacy, confirms that Medicare should not be denied because the individual has a longer term, chronic or debilitating condition. This webinar will provide background on the case, review an available toolkit, and provide related practice tips and materials to NAELA members.

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