California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform invites
Legal Services Program staff to join our

FREE 2008 Online Training Series
1.0 MCLE credits available per session

2008 Training Dates
Each training will be offered between 12:00 and 1:00 pm

Wednesday , June 25th
Fighting Conservatorships: Problems and Remedies for
Attorneys

Conservatorships often involve complicated issues of mental capacity, family struggles, personal safety, and individual autonomy. Sometimes, even the proper role of the conservatee’s attorney is in question. This webinar is designed to raise some of the more important issues of conservatorships and address them from the perspective of a conservatorship defense attorney. More importantly, the webinar will cover
potential solutions to the problems associated with these issues. Some of the issues to be discussed include the proper ethical role of a conservatorship defense attorney, dementia powers, long-term placement decisions, and less restrictive alternatives.
Presented by Tony Chicotel, Staff Attorney, CANHR

Thursday , July 10th
Reverse Mortgages and Long Term Care Financing Options

While a reverse mortgage may be an appropriate tool in some circumstances, the complexity of these financial devices and the rapid growth in the marketing of these products greatly increases the potential for mistakes and abuse. Understanding the actual costs and potential consequences of reverse mortgages and their impact on public benefits is essential in determining their appropriate use. This one-hour presentation will review the pros and cons of reverse mortgages and long term care insurance and their impact on Medi-Cal eligibility.
Presented by Tim Millar, CFP, Millar Financial

Thursday , July 17th
Special Needs Trusts: Frequently Asked Questions

This session will review of the most frequently asked questions about Special Needs Trusts in California and their impact on Medi-Cal and SSI, with an opportunity for questions and answers from one of California's foremost experts.
Presented by Peter Stern, Esq.

Registration will include materials and MCLE certificate will be emailed to participants after completion of the session.

Registration is limited to IOLTA qualified legal services staff, Title III and AoA funded legal services programs.
What is an Online Training Series?

• Registrants are able to view the materials on their computers and listen to a live, interactive presentation over the telephone.

• Each session is 60 minutes and will be facilitated by CANHR staff, allowing for technical support and facilitated questions and answers for the last 10 minutes.

• After completion of the registration process, each participant will receive an email confirmation with the links for materials, as well as simple instructions on how to log in on the day of the training and the call-in number.

• Simply log in on the day of the training, with no need to download or install computer programs. Staff will be available to assist with logging in.

• CANHR is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider. Participants will
receive 1.0 hours of general MCLE credit for each session.

• MCLE evaluation and certificate will be sent via email after each session.

• Questions? Email: Maura@canhr.org or Gina@canhr.org
How to Register

1. Visit our new online registration page at
http://www.canhr.org/trainings/free-online-training.htm to register , or 2. Fill out the items below and mail this form to CANHR’s main office by the closing date

Name: __________________________________
Organization: _____________________________
Email: ___________________________________
Phone Number: ___________________________
Please indicate which training(s) you are registering for:
 6/25/08 Fighting Conservatorships: Problems and Remedies for Attorneys
 7/10/08 Rev. Mortgages and Long Term Care Financing Options
 7/17/08 Special Needs Trusts: Frequently Asked Questions
Register on-line or mail by the deadline for each session. If mail-in registration, send
completed form to:
CANHR
650 Harrison Street, 2nd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 974-5171