We are dedicated to improving the quality of legal services provided to people as they age and people with special needs.
NAELA members, working together and learning from one another, have broad experience with legal issues affecting people as they age and people with disabilities.
NAELA sponsors continuing education programs for attorneys and provides publications and educational materials to members.
NAELA leads and advocates on public policy issues facing members’ clients and their families.
CMS on its Nursing Home Compare website has begun indicating when nursing homes have been cited for abuse violations, and while the move has been applauded by consumer advocates, some in the nursing home industry say the alerts are misleading. Full Story
Students and residents with disabilities have an important role to play in health care. An AAMC report outlines promising practices for medical schools and teaching hospitals to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Full Story
Social Security, a program instrumental in keeping millions of retired workers afloat, faces a funding shortfall that, if left unaddressed, could result in a major reduction in retirement benefits across the board. Full Story
A glitch in Medicare’s revamped prescription plan finder can steer unwitting seniors to coverage that costs much more than they need to pay, according to people who help with sign-ups as well as program experts. Full Story
For veterans who think they were exposed to toxic substances during their service, the Department of Veterans Affairs has a mobile application that will help them answer questions about what this potential exposure means for their long-term health. Full Story
