Thank you for joining us for Legal Assistance for Seniors’ Fall Webinar Series on Elder Abuse.

This year’s webinar is brought to you in partnership with Golden Gate University, the special host of this webinar series. We extend our deep gratitude to our sponsors, partners and volunteers for their time and generosity. Without their commitment and support, this webinar series would not have been possible.

LAS’ four-part webinar series is open to the public, free of charge, though a donation of $25 per webinar event will be gratefully appreciated and accepted in order to support our work. We hope you find the presentations informative and useful.

Each webinar will run approximately 90 minutes in length, featuring a presentation on the particular topic followed by a live, moderated Q&A session. We encourage everyone to come prepared with questions to submit to our panelists.

For questions, email us at conference@lashicap.org or visit our website at https://www.lashicap.org/events/elder-abuse-webinar/

Session Information

Webinar 1: Working with Caregivers: Solutions to Common Problems

Date: Tuesday, September 14 from 12:00 to 1:30 PM

Presenters:

-Robert Nuddleman - Principal Attorney - Nuddleman Law Firm, P.C.

-Hina Shah - Professor of Law & Director Women’s Employment Rights Clinic Golden Gate University School of Law

When your clients need extra help in the home, what is the best way to ensure they receive the help they need? What are the different things to consider when hiring and employing caregivers? What risks do you have when your client hires their own caregivers? We will explore common problems and discuss different solutions for you and your clients when hiring and working with caregivers. Learn how to comply with the law, minimize your exposure and help your clients understand the risks and benefits of having caregivers in the home.

Webinar 2: How to Motivate Aging Adults to Make a Money Management Plan

Date: Tuesday, September 21 from 12:00 to 1:30 PM

Presenters:

-Marti DeLiema, PhD - Assistant Research Professor, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

-Naomi Karp, Esq.

Millions of aging Americans are challenged to prepare for uncertain health and financial setbacks in addition to cognitive impairment that impacts one-third of adults over age 85. Advanced planning can reduce the negative impact of impairment on personal finances, including financial exploitation, scams and fraud, and care and spending decisions that are not aligned with retirement goals.

One of the smartest ways to prepare for changes in financial decision-making capacity is to talk with a trusted friend or family member about financial needs and wishes for the future, and to appoint a power of attorney in the event that oversight and support is needed. To motivate and guide aging adults to begin this important planning process and start meaningful conversations about money and future care, we developed the Thinking Ahead Roadmap. The content and design was informed by two years of research conducted at the University of Minnesota.

Webinar 3: The Role of the Guardian Ad Litem, A View from the Bench and Best Practices

Date: Tuesday, September 28 from 12:00 to 1:30 PM

Presenters:

-Christina Nalchajian, Esq., LL.M. - Nalchajian Whitley Law

-Commissioner Ruben Sundeen – Alameda County Superior Court

Commissioner Ruben Sundeen and attorney Christina Nalchajian will discuss when to request the appointment of a guardian ad litem, the role and duties of the guardian ad litem in probate proceedings and the ethical framework and best practices for the attorneys and professionals who serve as a guardian ad litem.

Webinar 4: Victims’ Rights in the Criminal Justice System – Marsy’s Law

Date: Tuesday, October 5 from 12:00 to 1:30 PM

Presenter:

-Mariam El-menshawi - Director - California Victims of Crime Resource Center

The Victims’ Bill of Rights, also known as Marsy’s Law, was enacted in California in 2008. Marsy’s law gives victims 17 rights in the California Constitution, yet many victims are not informed of these rights. Join us to understand why victims’ rights are critical to the proper functioning of the criminal justice system. You will learn how far victims’ rights have come and how we have to work collectively to make these rights a reality for crime victims.

Continuing Education

Continuing Education credits are available (1 hour per webinar) for California Attorneys and Professional Fiduciaries. Sessions have also been submitted to CAPAPGPC and approved as outside training for Public Administrators, Guardians, and Conservators. Continuing Education credits for BRN and CAMFT licensed professionals are available and will be provided by the Institute on Aging (IOA). Please see below for more information on the IOA provided credits.

Continuing Education Information---IOA (1 - 1.5 hours Continuing Education Units): BRN (RNs only); CAMFT (serves LCSWs, MFTs, LPCCs and LEPs). IOA is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Provider # CEP13610. IOA is also approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for this program. IOA maintains responsibility for the course and its content. Course meets the qualifications for continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs. CAMFT provider number is #135377.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Diamond Level Sponsor

Michael Stephens, Probate & Trust Realtor

Platinum Level Sponsor

Campbell Green LLP, Trust & Estate Attorneys

Gold Level Sponsors

Acuña Regli, LLP

The Tile Shop

Silver Level Sponsors

Anderson Yazdi Hwang Minton & Horn LLP

Fiduciary Accounting Services, LLC

Holland & Knight, LLP

Professional Fiduciary Association of California, East Bay Chapter

Bronze Level Sponsors

21st Century Care Solutions

A.R.M. Homes

Evans Law Firm

Golden Gate Fiduciary Services

Law Office of Srinoi G. Rousseau

Law Offices of Phillips & Phillips

LifeLong Medical Care

Meredith Taylor, IMT Associates

Special Benefactors

Dan Thomas, Office Information Systems

The Office of Supervisor Wilma Chan

LAS would also like to thank:

Golden Gate University, for co-hosting the webinar series and providing technical assistance and support.

Institute on Aging (IOA) for their sponsorship of education credits, as well as their continued support.

CAPAPGPC for its work to provide continuing education units for attendees.

Alameda County Area Agency on Aging for sustained program support.

East Bay Foundation on Aging, for their partnership with LAS.