PLANNING FOR ELDERLY BENEFIT

 

Who is Eligible?

You are eligible if you are a covered member, a covered memberʼs spouse, a covered memberʼs parent(s) or a covered memberʼs parent(s)-in-law.

 

What is the Benefit?

This benefit provides you, your spouse, your parent(s) and/or your parent(s)-in-law with an opportunity to consult with an attorney from the panel law firm on matters involving the placement of elderly in nursing homes, available Medicare entitlements and health planning for the elderly. This benefit includes the preparation of powers of attorney and is offered at no cost to you.

The Legal Services Fund makes this benefit available at no charge to the member, his/her spouse, parent(s) and/or parent(s)-in-law.

 

How Is the Planning for the Elderly Benefit Obtained?

To obtain the Planning for the Elderly Benefit, either you or your spouse should contact your Local Organization to request an appointment. At the time of the appointment, an attorney from the panel law firm will complete the appropriate forms with the client.