The Older & Wiser Program was started in 2003 as a way to deliver important information on legal issues affecting older adults, their care givers and their families. It is a free program set up in a seminar style where local state legislators and volunteer attorneys give information on these matters of special importance.
Each Older & Wiser seminar is presented by a pro bono attorney who provides an informative overview of a particular legal issue, followed by a question and answer period. Current session topics include:
- Protection through Powers of Attorney and Living Wills
- Dealing Effectively with a Healthcare Facility
- Guarding Against Senior Fraud
- Understanding Retirement Benefits
- Learning about Last Wills and Living Trusts
- Avoiding Missteps in Medicaid
- Predatory Lending and the Elderly
In addition to the presentation, handouts and brochures are available to take home. Appropriate referral information is given if you are in need of direct legal services. If you are income eligible, there are reduced fee and free of charge services available to meet your needs.
The goal of the Older & Wiser Program is to provide information that will lead older adults and their families in making wise decisions that protect them and the things they own. Any and everyone who is interested is welcome, regardless of age, and free of charge.
The seminars are held throughout the Allegheny, Beaver, Butler and Lawrence County areas. For up-to-date information, please contact Older & Wiser Managing Attorney Joe Olimpi at 412-586-3900 or e-mail olimpij@nlsa.us or on our website at www.nlsa.us.
Main Office: 928 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-3799
Telephone: (412) 255-6700
Toll-Free: 1-866-761-6572
Fax: (412) 355-0168
