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CELJ Public Comment on Proposed Changes to Public Charge Rules
The Center for Elder Law and Justice (“CELJ”) strongly opposes the proposed changes to the public charge rules for immigration, which would add many potentially disqualifying factors to the list used to evaluate applications for permanent residency. These proposed changes are not based on sound evidence, are incompatible with our citizenship and naturalization policies, and…
Read MoreBEWARE OF HOLIDAY SCAMS
By: Helen Ferraro- Zaffram As we enjoy the holidays this season, it is important that we not fall prey to various scams. Unfortunately, once monies are sent or through phishing the perpetrators have our important information, we may never fully recover from the loss. The Better Business Bureau shares information on twelve known scams. They…
Read MoreCELJ comments on the Adult Care Facility Regulations.
November 1, 2018 Via email (regsqna@health.ny.gov) and mail Katherine Ceroalo New York State Department of Health Bureau of House Counsel, Regulatory Affairs Unit Corning Tower Building, Rm. 2438 Empire State Plaza Albany, New York 12237 Re: Proposed Amendment of Parts 487, 488, 490 and 494 of Title 18 NYCRR (Admission and Retention Standards for Adult…
Read MoreTime to Change: A Social Worker’s Perspective on Domestic Violence
By Katie Earl, LMSW Every day I have the privilege to help older adults in abusive situations. These are individuals who, through no fault of their own, are victimized by someone they know and love. When I think of October, I automatically think of Domestic Violence Awareness Month because of my work. I strongly support…
Read MoreANOTHER VOICE: NURSING HOME SAFETY CONCERNS THE WHOLE COMMUNITY
In late July I had the opportunity to attend the United Nations 9th Working Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on Aging. The purpose of this work group is to strengthen the protection of the human rights of older persons. A focus for the ninth session was long-term care and palliative care. While many excellent…
Read MoreBuffalo Alert- Ongoing SSA Impersonation Schemes
The Acting Inspector General of Social Security, Gale Stallworth Stone, warns the community about an ongoing Social Security Administration (SSA) impersonation scheme. Several reports have been made in regards to people receiving suspicious phone calls from automated recordings informing people that their Social Security number (SSN) “has been suspended for suspicion of illegal activity. ”…
Read MoreMost Common Financial Scams and How to Avoid Them
There are at least 5 million cases of financial scams in the United States each year, and the aging population is the most likely to be affected. Here is a list of the top 10 most common senior scams: 1. Medicare/ Health Insurance Fraud The scam: Medicare recipients will be receiving a new Medicare…
Read MoreEmerald South: Profile of a Nursing Home
New York State Once Again Changes the Way That Long-Term Care is Managed for the Elderly and Disabled Under Medicaid
In July of 2015, New York State began to see a roll-out of new provisions which governed Medicaid coverage of long-term care for the elderly and disabled populations as part of an effort to redesign the program and balance costs. Under the new 2015 programs, anyone in the aged (65 years or older), blind, or…
Read MoreLegislation to Set Safe Staffing Levels in Hospitals and Nursing Homes is Supported by CELJ
June 26, 2018 The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo Governor of New York State NYS State Capitol Building Albany, NY 12224 Re: Letter of Support – Safe Staffing Levels Dear Governor Cuomo, The Center for Elder Law & Justice (CELJ) is a civil legal services agency serving the eight Western New York…
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