631.405.4857 In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, this collaborative program brings together ELIJA School, a leading organization in special needs education, and Cona Elder Law, renowned for their legal advocacy in special needs planning. During this informative session, ELIJA Executive Director and Founder Deb Harris-Thivierge will provide invaluable insights and guidance to help families navigate […]
The Medicaid home care process can be daunting, from the financial approval process, to home care assessments, to the implementation of care plans. Learn how to proactively prepare to secure Medicaid home care benefits and what the entire process entails. Topics covered will include: asset protection planning Medicaid planning Medicaid home care coordination services Presented […]
Join Americans across the county in making future healthcare decisions known to family, friends and healthcare providers. Share your wishes and complete your advanced directives because your decisions matter. Hosted by Cona Elder Law Senior Partner Melissa Negrin-Wiener, this webinar is an opportunity for all of us to take stock and ask ourselves the following […]
Long Island is the epicenter of healthcare research and innovation, with a robust healthcare sector.
This online forum brings together key industry leaders and experts, including Founder and Managing Partner, Jennifer B. Cona who are mapping out the course ahead, to reinvent how communities should be built in our dramatically altered economic, health and social dynamic.
When creating or updating your Estate plan, you need to designate a number of fiduciaries, such as agent, guardian, executor, and trustee.
It’s important to carefully consider who you choose to give rights and powers to on your behalf.
Senior Partner Melissa Negrin-Wiener will guide you through choosing a fiduciary for each legal document in your estate plan and the qualities that should be considered.
Women are often tasked with caring for family members, including aging parents and in-laws, while still caring for their young (and adult) children. An ideal way to honor mothers is to get planning in place to alleviate the financial burden of financing long term care. Also learn about ways to prepare for likely milestones for […]
Join us for an insightful discussion led by Cona Elder Law Senior Partner Melissa Negrin-Wiener, alongside Amanda Gonzalez, AIF® from Heritage Harbor Financial Associates. Discover the potential impact of the Secure Act 2.0 on your financial planning journey. Gain valuable insights into changes regarding: ★ Required Minimum Distributions ★ Higher Catch-up Contributions ★ Optimizing 529 […]
Join us for an informative webinar led by Cona Elder Law Senior Partner Melissa Negrin-Wiener, as we explore the topic of pet trusts.
Join Cona Elder Law Senior Partner Melissa Negrin-Wiener and special guest Kristina Caputo, Funeral Director/Pre-Planning Specialist from Jerusalem Memorial Chapels. Learn about the critical distinction between pre-planning and crisis planning, essential for seniors and those preparing for long-term care as part of estate planning. Topics discussed will include: ★ The Importance of Pre-Planning ★ Strategies […]
Join Senior Partner, Melissa Negrin-Wiener, Esq. and learn about Aid and Attendance, a financial benefit through the Veteran’s Administration for wartime veterans and their surviving spouses to help them pay for in-home care and assisted living. The session will provide specifics about benefits, the application process, and the new eligibility requirements established in 2018. Register […]
