Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Prairie State Legal - in the space age!

Three cheers to Prairie State Legal (PSL) for being in the Space Age! PSL will offer a webinar about legal issues affecting grandparents who are raising grandchildren on March 24, 3:00-4:30PM.

Space is limited. The webinar is free, but registration is required. If you are interested, reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/156891832

What can you learn?

·         What is the difference between custody and guardianship?  
·         What are some considerations in choosing one over the other?
·         What alternatives to custody and guardianship are available?
·         How can my clients get medical coverage for their grandchildren?
·         What cash and other public benefits might be available for my clients to help them meet the expenses of caring for their grandchildren?  
·         What can my clients do if they apply for these benefits and are turned down?
·         What public benefits are available to help grandparents care for grandchildren with special needs?  
·         Do grandparents need guardianship in order to enroll their grandchildren in school?  
·         What options are available to grandparents who have been raising grandchildren but whose health prevents them from continuing to do so?

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