NAELA Journal Volume 21 Issue 1 e-Issue

NAELA Journal Spring 2025

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NAELA Journal Volume 21 Issue 1 e-Issue

Solo Agers: Planning Strategies for Independent Older Adults Facing Unique Aging Challenges

By  Eric J. Einhart, Esq.
Solo agers are a rapidly expanding segment of the older population. Elder law attorneys should have a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by solo agers and be equipped to provide the proper guidance to clients.

Disparate Access to Medicare-Covered Hospice Care

By  Terry Berthelot, MSW, J.D.
People of color in the U.S. use hospice care significantly less frequently than white Americans. There are several reasons why this is true. Once elder law attorneys understand the barriers, they can take concrete steps to help increase access.

AI v. MQD: Navigating New Regulatory Challenges in the Life Sciences

By  Hayden W. Smith, J.D.
Elder law attorneys are increasingly encountering clients whose care is shaped not only by legal planning but also by rapid advances in medical technology. This article explores regulatory challenges posed by AI that affect the elder community.

Book Review: Haben — The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law

By  Aram Sahakyan, J.D., with Jennifer A. Crane, Esq.
Haben Girma's story is one of resilience, humor, ingenuity, and unwavering dignity. For elder law and special needs attorneys, it offers a vital framework for client-centered advocacy, reminding us that accessibility is not a checklist but a mindset.

Spring 2025

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