Tragically, the vulnerability of people with intellectual disabilities or mental health diagnoses to physical and emotional abuse by people in authority has been in the media lately. Following the disturbing news of George Floyd, the spotlight is also being shone on...
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Ginsburg’s legacy for Coloradans with developmental disabilities
At our law firm, we support people with intellectual disabilities and other impairments and their families in a wide range of legal issues. We provide guidance and legal services to meet the immediate and future needs of those with disabilities and their loved ones....
Budget crunch heightens importance of disability planning
For parents of adult children with special needs, long-term security is often an ongoing worry. You want to make sure your child receives the proper health care, assistance with daily life and financial support - not just right now, but for many years to come.Special...
Caretakers of elderly people should know about COVID-19-related fraud
Guardians, conservators, family members, trustees and others who care for elders, those with disabilities and other people with vulnerabilities are wise to understand and be prepared to put protections in place against fraudulent scams related to COVID-19. Financial...
Understanding the key responsibilities of a conservator
When a loved one is aging or battling an illness and needs additional help, Colorado law provides numerous legal avenues for support. Among these options is conservatorship, a role that requires appointment by the courts.A conservator is, broadly speaking, legally...
Britney Spears asks LA court for changes in her conservatorship
“Say hello to the girl that I amYou’re going to have to see through my perspectiveI need to make mistakes just to learn who I amAnd I don’t want to be so … protectedThere must be another wayCause I believe in taking chances …But my life...
Protecting a loved one who is suffering from dementia
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, your priorities change. Life becomes about supporting that individual to the best of your abilities, making sure they remain cared for, loved and protected. As the dementia progresses, your role may grow. Preparing for this...
Investigate whether your disabled child may be eligible for SSI benefits
At our law firm, we represent families who have kids with a variety of disabilities. From the time of diagnosis, legal issues present themselves concerning asset management that will need to continue throughout the disabled child’s life to preserve their...
Early intervention services for infants with developmental disabilities
For more than 50 years, the state of Colorado has provided early intervention (EI) services for children with developmental disabilities from birth to three years old. If your baby or toddler is showing behaviors or delays that concerns you, be sure to work with your...
More technology to benefit people with cognitive impairments
Technological innovation continues to make the world more accessible to folks with cognitive disabilities as well as elders with age-related memory loss or dementia. We recently shared information about efforts by Apple to make technology easier to access and step up...