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September 02, 2026
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By Mary Day
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SAVE THE DATE: Thurs., Oct. 22 - Pro Seniors' New Professionals: Gather for Boos & Brews for Justice - details TBA Weds., Oct. 28: 3-Hour, Community Legal Education Seminar, Wednesday - Registration: 8:30AM, Program: 8:45AM to Noon. Register here. Print the flyer. RECENT EVENTS: Enjoy Photos from 2026 SENIORS WHO ROCK now available here. View…
Read MoreJustice Bridge Champion Award
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August 20, 2026
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By Mary Day
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The inaugural Thomas G. Bedall, Esq. Justice Bridge Champion Award recognizes an attorney on Pro Seniors’ Helpline Referral Panel who demonstrates an exceptional commitment to expanding access to justice for low-income older adults through the consistent acceptance of pro bono and reduced-fee legal matters. Recipients exemplify outstanding service to older adults, exceptional client care, and…
Read MoreWorld Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2026
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June 15, 2026
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By Mary Day
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On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day - and EVERY day - you can reduce elder abuse by building strong support for older members of our community.Print, complete the sentence, an post yours! Raise awareness of available services that strengthen our community for every age.Look out for friends, family, neighbors, and yourself! #EveryAgeMatters#WEAAD#EndAgeism
Read MoreAdvocating for Medicaid Estate Recovery Reform
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March 26, 2026
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By Mary Day
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Pro Seniors is a Strong Proponent of Ohio House Bill 318. We now join with other Ohio legal nonprofits to propose further reforms to Medicaid Estate Recovery. By Staff Attorney, Erin Campbell We all may reach the point where we need nursing home care. The only Government healthcare program that covers this care is Medicaid. …
Read MoreMedicaid Seminar – May 20th, 2026
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March 19, 2026
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By Mary Day
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Are you responsible for Medicaid applications and reauthorizations for residents in your long-term care community? What you know matters. Refine your process and increase your rate of success. Your $30 fee includes: Continental Breakfast, Parking, Continuing Education for attorneys (approved), Continuing Education for social workers (pending). Learn more/register here. PRINT THE FLYER May 20th Sign-In:…
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Stopping the Villains: An Interview with the Ohio Senior Medicare Patrol
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March 13, 2026
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By Izzy Glauser
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Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mwdceVwJ6M In a recent episode from WBGU-PBS, viewers got an inside look at how Medicare fraud affects older adults and what can be done to stop it. The program features an informative conversation with experts from the Ohio Senior Medicare Patrol at Pro Seniors who work every day to help protect Medicare beneficiaries…
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Brother’s death sparks crusade against Medicaid Estate Recovery
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March 05, 2025
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By Mary Day
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News 10, Columbus, reporter Kevin Flanders interviewed Pro Seniors’ Managing Attorney Miriam Sheline for this story.
Read MoreGone. Not Forgotten.
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December 29, 2022
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By Mary Day
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With heavy hearts we share the devastating news that Bob Vines, Managing Ombudsman, passed away on Thursday, December 22, at the age of 60. As his colleagues and friends, we are still absorbing this deep loss. Our thoughts are with Bob’s family, especially his daughters and grandchildren who were the center of his universe. Bob…
Read MoreFrom Shelter to Success: Mid-America Pension Rights Gets Results
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December 18, 2022
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By Mary Day
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Pro Seniors' Mid-America Pension Rights attorneys assist individuals of any age to access the pensions they are eligible to receive, often overcoming challenges that make this difficult. Following her recent divorce, "Joan", age 48, contacted Pro Seniors for help with obtaining a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) to obtain pension benefits to support herself and…
Read MoreSenior Legal Helplines: Bridging the Justice Gap for Ohio Seniors
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December 16, 2022
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By Mary Day
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"We're pleased that Mike Walters, our Helpline Manager, is active in the National Association of Senior Legal Hotlines (NASLH) and has been selected to serve as Chair in 2023", says Dimity Orlet, executive director at Pro Seniors, "and we're grateful to Mike for investing his time and expertise in the important NASLH mission to promote…
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