Saturday, February 20, 2010
10:30am to 12:30pm
Advent United Church of Christ
2303 North Cassady Avenue
Columbus, OH 43219-1512
Cynthia A. Tyson, Ph.D.
Event Description:
For Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) persons of any age—and especially for older adults—certain legal and financial issues become increasingly important.
These determine who has the responsibility to provide care, the power to make medical decisions, and the legal authority to utilize financial resources on someone’s behalf if he or she is incapacitated.
As a caregiver to a partner, friend or family member, it is essential to discuss with the care recipient what legal protections are available and become familiar with the limitations of these protections.
Since most states do not recognize LGBT committed relationships, referred to here as same-sex relationships or domestic partnerships, LGBT couples need to complete certain legal documents prior to incapacity.
Some members of the LGBT community rely on their “family of choice,” a group of trusted and valued friends who provide care and support during an illness. However, without legal protections in place, these relationships might not be legally recognized, and could easily be questioned or contested by a biological family member.
Come join us as a representative from Equality Ohio and a Ohio Attorney that specialized in LGBT legal and financial issues present relevant local, state and federal laws to secure legal protections.
We will be hosting a Chicken and Waffle Brunch, join us!
Cynthia A. Tyson, Ph.D.
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Time: February 20, 2010 from 10:30am to 12:30pm Location: Advent United Church of Christ Organized By: Cynthia A. Tyson, Ph.D. Event Description:
For Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) persons of any age—and especially for older adults—certain legal and financial issues become increasingly important. These determine who has the responsibility to provide care, the power to make medical decisions, and the legal authority to utilize financial resources on someone’s behalf if he or she is incapacitated. As a caregiver to a partner, friend or family member, it is essential to discuss with the care recipient what legal protections are available and become familiar with the limitations of these protections. Since most states do not recognize LGBT committed relationships, referred to here as same-sex relationships or domestic partnerships, LGBT couples need to complete certain legal documents prior to incapacity. Some members of the LGBT community rely on their “family of choice,” a group of trusted and valued friends who provide care and support during an illness. However, without legal protections in place, these relationships might not be legally recognized, and could easily be questioned or contested by a biological family member. Come join us as a representative from Equality Ohio and a Ohio Attorney that specialized in LGBT legal and financial issues present relevant local, state and federal laws to secure legal protections. We will be hosting a Chicken and Waffle Brunch, join us! |
