More than 200 guests and 40 elder care industry sponsors and exhibitors gather for the Annual Cona Elder Law Caregiver Conference, discussing “The Loneliness Epidemic: Tackling Isolation, Care Needs & Finances In Senior Living,” here recently.
This year’s conference focused on social senior living options and explore key differences between assisted living, independent living, continuing care retirement communities, the ALP program and the CDPAP program, allowing different options for family and financial support.
“Loneliness has been declared a public health epidemic by the US Surgeon General because it reportedly leads to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and depression,” said Jennifer Cona, Founder and Managing Partner of Cona Elder Law, located in Melville. “The majority of adults aged 65 and older report feeling lonely. For this already vulnerable population, it is critical that we consider alternatives to aging-in-place.”
Topics also included financing senior living, including asset protection planning, Medicaid planning and eligibility, and provide practical tips for determining the best way to finance needed care and services.
Presenting Sponsors Included: Cona Elder Law, Gurwin Healthcare Systems, Amber Court Assisted Living, The Bristal Assisted Living, Encore Luxury Living, Community Care Home Health Services, and Family & Children’s Association.
Conference Sponsors included: SeniorCare Companions, Inc., Life’s WORC, Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center, Heritage Harbor Financial Associates, Jerusalem Memorial Chapels, Senior Health Plan Specialists Inc., Handled Real Estate, Centerlight Healthcare, Alzheimer's Association, and M&T Bank.
Cona Elder Law also presented its annual Caregiver of the Year award at the conference to David Marshall, of Baldwin, NY a dedicated husband who has helped and supported his wife of 75 years as she lives with dementia. A WWII veteran, David was recognized for his infinite dedication and service to his wife as a model caregiver.
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