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Events & Seminars

Continuing Education Events for Professionals

Topic: Aging in the 21st Century: Overcoming Challenges for the Modern Family

Presented by: Charles C. Bratton, II, Esq., LLM and Claire Merendino, RN

Date: March 12, 2025

Time: 5:30-6:30pm (registration is at 5:00pm)

Location: Scotland Run Golf Club in Williamstown, NJ

Description: Healthcare professionals are being challenged with meeting the needs of a rapidly growing elderly population. Patients are living longer with more complex issues and less familial support. Healthcare professionals often find themselves navigating the complex dynamic of a blended family or cobbling together resources for an elder orphan. 1 CEU for Social Workers, Case Managers, Certified Assisted Living Administrators and Licensed Nursing Home Administrators.

More Info: RSVP to Alex Kelly at akelly@brattonlawgroup.com or by calling 856-857-6007


Topic: Mental Illness & Dementia

Presented by: Anne Markel-Crozier, BSW, SW

Date: March 18, 2025

Time: 5:30-6:30pm (registration is at 5:00pm)

Location: Artis Senior Living of Eatontown

Description: In many ways, mental illness can manifest the same symptoms of dementia, and vice versa. While there are a lot of similarities between the two, there are also some critical differences. Despite the reach and prevalence of mental illness, though, stigma and misunderstanding are still widespread. Couple that misunderstanding with the fact that mental illness can imitate the symptoms of dementia, and vice versa, it has the potential to lead to misdiagnosis.1 CEU for Social Workers, Case Managers, Certified Assisted Living Administrators and Licensed Nursing Home Administrators.

More Info: RSVP to Alex Kelly at akelly@brattonlawgroup.com or by calling 856-857-6007


Topic: Parkinsons Disease 101

Presented by: Anne Markel-Crozier, BSW, CSW

Date: March 19, 2025

Time: 5:30-6:30pm (registration is at 5:00pm)

Location: Lobster House in Cape May, NJ

Description: Parkinson disease (PD) is a chronic, slowly progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting approximately 1% of adults older than 60 years of age. As a chronic illness, patients with PD benefit from regular follow-up with their primary care provider working in concert with neurology consultant and an interprofessional care team. Important aspects of care include needing to adjust dosage or alter drug treatment, attention to medication side effects/toxicity, management of comorbid conditions, and risk of polypharmacy. This course will review a basic clinical understanding of the disease, signs and symptoms, and treatments. 1 CEU for Social Workers, Case Managers, Certified Assisted Living Administrators and Licensed Nursing Home Administrators.

More Info: RSVP to Alex Kelly at akelly@brattonlawgroup.com or by calling 856-857-6007


Topic 1: Guardianship & Ethics
Topic 2:Elder Abuse, Neglect and Financial Exploitation

Presented by: Charles C. Bratton, II, Esq, LL.M and Katie Knook

Date: March 27, 2025

Time: 9:00-11:00AM (registration is at 8:30am)

Location: The Villas of Manalapan

Description: In the first course, participants will learn the basics of guardianship/conservatorship and explore the ethical issues surrounding removing someone’s rights. The second course will discuss risk factors for elder abuse and neglect and provide strategies to prevent the different types of abuse. 2 CEUs for Social Workers, Case Managers, Certified Assisted Living Administrators and Licensed Nursing Home Administrators.

More Info: RSVP to Alex Kelly at akelly@brattonlawgroup.com or by calling 856-857-6007


Community Seminars

Topic: Estate Planning: How to Protect Your Home, Savings & Family from Costly Mistakes

Presented by: Charles C. Bratton, II, Esq., LLM

Date: March 11th, 2025

Time: 5:30PM

Location: Live Webinar – No Travel Required

Description: Join attorney Chris Bratton for a FREE informative and interactive workshop where we will go over how to protect your home, savings and family from costly mistakes. At this event, you will discover how to maximize the inheritance you leave to your children, the difference between a will and a trust, how to avoid the most common estate planning mistakes, and so much more…

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More Info: Have questions? Call us at 856-857-6007


Topic: Estate Planning: How to Protect Your Home, Savings & Family from Costly Mistakes

Presented by: Charles C. Bratton, II, Esq., LLM

Date: March 18th, 2025

Time: 10:00AM

Location: Linwood Public Library in Linwood, NJ

Description: Join attorney Chris Bratton for a FREE informative and interactive workshop where we will go over how to protect your home, savings and family from costly mistakes. At this event, you will discover how to maximize the inheritance you leave to your children, the difference between a will and a trust, how to avoid the most common estate planning mistakes, and so much more…

More Info: Have questions? Call us at 856-857-6007


Topic: The Importance of Having a Plan

Presented by: Charles C. Bratton, II, Esq., LLM

Date: March 19, 2025

Time: 9:30AM

Location: Camden County Office of Sustainability and Shared Services in Blackwood, NJ

Description: If you or someone you know is facing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another chronic illness, it’s never too early to put financial plans in place. Join attorney Chris Bratton  to learn tips for managing someone else’s finances, how to prepare for future care costs and the benefits of early planning.

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More Info: Have questions? Call us at 856-857-6007


Topics: Understanding Dementia: Caring with Confidence

Presented by: Anne Markel-Crozier, BSW, CSW

Date: March 26th, 2025

Time: 5:30PM

Location: Juniper Village at Hamilton

Description: This seminar provides valuable insights and practical tools for addressing the challenges that come with dementia care. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of dementia and its various types, common symptoms and stages of progression, tips for effective and compassionate communication, and discover strategies for future planning.

More Info: Have questions? Call us at 856-857-6007