News & Updates
Firm’s Third Year in Alzheimer’s Walk
The staff at Martha C. Brown & Associates participated in the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk 2011 held on September 17th at Busch Stadium. All attendees received different colored flowers representing loved ones they care for and support.
Martha C. Brown is appointed to Guardianship Code Taskforce
Martha has been appointed to the Guardianship Code Taskforce for the State of Missouri.
Brigid Fernandez Selected as Chairperson for the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
The mission of the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) is to educate and empower persons and their families for quality living across the continuum of long-term care. LTCOP is the area's premiere advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the rights of residents who reside in long-term care facilities. LTCOP also is the most comprehensive resource in providing counseling and support to individuals, families and professional caregivers on long-term care options. For more information about the LTCOP, visit:www.ltcop-stl.org.
Martha C. Brown & Associates was a Vendor at Arnold Senior Expo
The firm was a vendor at the 8th Annual Arnold Senior Expo. This event was held at the Arnold Recreation Center on October 12th.
Martha C. Brown on SNA Board
Martha was elected to the Board of Directors of the Special Needs Alliance at the SNA Fall meeting in St. Petersburg Beach, Florida
The Firm Continues its Tradition of Supporting Caregivers at LTCOP Awards Luncheon
The staff at Martha C. Brown & Associates celebrated area caregivers by recognizing staff and volunteers who demonstrate excellence in person centered care at the 17th Annual Caregiver LTCOP Awards Luncheon. This event was sponsored by The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program of Greater St. Louis and Northeast Missouri (LTCOP). Brigid Fernandez co-chaired this event with fellow LTCOP Board Member, Ursula Shaner of Elder Support Services of St. Louis. The firm was also a sponsor of the ceremony. This event was December 6th at the Hilton-St. Louis Frontenac.
Alicia Albus Participated in the 6th Annual Family Caregiver Workshop
Alicia was invited to participate in the 6th Annual Family Caregiver Workshop at the Roy Wilde Conference Center in Arnold, MO on November 4th. This is a community education opportunity for local residents who have loved ones in a private residence and are able to have one-on-one discussions with caregivers and professionals in the community.
Brigid Fernandez Chosen as a Board Member for Life Care Planning Law Firms Association
Martha C. Brown & Associates is a member of the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association (LCPLFA). LCPFA is a national network of holistic law practices that offer legal services, care coordination and advocacy services to help elderly clients and their families navigate the health care and long-term care maze. Life Care Planning is a unique specialty of law, and the LCPLFA is a national advocate for quality care for elders, dedicated to raising public awareness about the physical, financial, and legal implications resulting from aging. For more information, please visit:www.lcplfa.org.
The Firm was a Vendor at Senior Health Jam Series
Martha C. Brown & Associates was a vendor at the "Are You Ready for 2012" Senior Health Jam. This was a series of five fairs held during the months of September through October at various YMCA locations across St. Louis.
Change for Medicare's Open Enrollment Period
Medicare's open enrollment period has been changed. This year's Medicare open enrollment period will take place from October 15th to December 7th.
2011 Missouri Show Me Summit on Aging and Health
The Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (ma4) is proud to host the 8th Annual Missouri Show Me Summit on Aging and Health. This year's event will be held on Monday, September 26th through Wednesday, September 28th at the Sheraton Westport Chalet Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri. This annual conference is the largest senior forum in the state, attracting more than 450 participants, sponsors and exhibitors. It is a unique and important opportunity for civic leaders, nonprofit providers, members of the business community, caregivers and interested citizens to meet and discuss the challenges facing Missouri's aging population. Join us during Wednesday's morning session for Brigid Fernandez's presentation called "MO HealthNet: Planning and Paying for Long Term Care." For additional information on this conference and to register please visit: www.ma4web.org
Martha Brown Appeared in The Best of CLE Spotlight from The Missouri Bar
Martha Brown was recognized for outstanding leadership and dedication by the Missouri Bar. Part of the article reads "Special thanks to Martha Brown who has generously contributed her time, talent and knowledge to help create excellent CLE programs and publications. Her commitment to share her expertise with colleagues is an integral part of MoBarCLE's ongoing effort to education Missouri lawyers and ultimately to enhance the quality of legal services to the public."
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