Elder Law of Omaha, PC, LLO

10/02/2026

A friendly reminder: reaching out early can make a big difference when you need legal help. Whether you’re planning ahead or facing an unexpected concern, contacting an attorney at the first sign of an issue often gives you more options and helps avoid unnecessary stress.

We understand that life gets busy and emergencies happen. Legal matters, however, can require time to review documents, gather information, coordinate with others, and meet court or agency requirements. The more notice you can provide, the better we can prepare and help you navigate the next steps.

Reaching out early also helps us give your matter the attention it deserves while honoring commitments to other clients. You don’t need to have everything figured out before calling—that’s part of what we’re here to help with!

09/25/2026

We’re excited to be at the NASW Nebraska Conference today at the Nebraska Innovation Campus in Lincoln!

Stop by the Elder Law of Omaha table to say hello and learn more about how we help individuals and families navigate estate planning, Medicaid asset preservation, probate, trust administration, and long-term care planning.

We always appreciate the opportunity to connect with social workers and other professionals who play such an important role in helping Nebraska families plan for the future and work through difficult transitions.

If you’re attending the conference, come see us!

Elder Law of Omaha
Planning today. Protecting tomorrow.

08/03/2026

Healthcare and financial powers of attorney are crucial documents for anyone over the age of 19 in Nebraska and 18 for almost all other states. They enable a trusted family member or friend to make important decisions for health or financial issues when the signor is unable or unwilling to do so. This common-place document is often overlooked when it comes to college students and twenty-somethings.

Young adults should have healthcare and financial powers of attorney in place in case of an emergency. Twenty-somethings are known for traveling, studying abroad, and flocking to hot spots for spring break. Distance between parents and an adult child in an emergency makes powers of attorney even more necessary.

For example, a college junior takes a summer internship away from home on the coast to pursue their dream of becoming a marine biologist. However, they contract an infection while working and are hospitalized for several weeks on the coast. Without proper powers of attorney, the parents will not be able to make medical decisions, access the child's checking account to pay their rent, nor will the hospital give details to them on their child's condition.

Simply because you are the parent of a 21-year-old does not lend you the rights you once had when they were a minor. In an emergency situation the last thing you want to deal with is roadblocks or emergency court proceedings. Healthcare and financial powers of attorney are relatively simple documents that only come into power when they are needed. Hopefully you will never need these documents. However, planning ahead by creating them will give you great peace of mind.

If your child is attending a college outside of Nebraska, it is important to sign the POAs at 18 (even though Nebraska is 19) so you have documents for any emergency outside Nebraska. The Nebraska statutory POAs linked in the comments are appropriate for students and can be completed at home and signed in front of a notary.

Contact Elder Law of Omaha today at (402) 614-6400 to schedule your FREE 30-minute consultation to discuss your legal needs.

This article should not be construed as legal advice. Situations are different and it’s impossible to provide legal advice for every situation without knowing the individual facts.

07/06/2026

I know it says it sign up by July 3 but I have it on good authority that you can still sign up TODAY. Catherine is speaking tomorrow at the Nebraska Extension in Douglas-Sarpy Counties.

Aging with Confidence: Protection and Preparedness for Older Adults

Knowledge is one of the best tools for staying safe, secure, and independent.

Join us for this free one-hour presentation featuring an attorney from Elder Law of Omaha, who will discuss ways older adults can protect themselves from scams, financial exploitation, and everyday risks. Nebraska Extension will also share practical tips on emergency preparedness and creating a plan for unexpected events.

Date: July 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location:
Nebraska Extension in Douglas-Sarpy Counties
8015 W. Center Road
Omaha, NE 68124

No cost to attend
Open to everyone

Please RSVP by July 3, 2026
Phone: 402-444-7804
Email: [email protected]

Share with family members, friends, and caregivers who may benefit from this important information!

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day!!

06/18/2026

FYI

06/18/2026

Elder Law will be presenting at the Douglas-Sarpy County Extension office on July 7. The topic is Aging with Confidence: Protection and Preparedness for Older Adults. Register today!

Join us for a free educational presentation designed to help older adults stay safe, informed, and p...

05/14/2026

Nokbox: Organizing for your Next of Kin is a good system to get your house in order before a crisis happens.

The Nokbox Fireproof Includes: 15 color-coded, labeled hanging folders to organize the categories of your Nokbox 67 color-coded, labeled folders: one for every item in your life 72 double-sided instructional checksheets On the front of each sheet, there are instructions for you that list what inform...

05/14/2026

Consider participating in a Community Conversation.

We want to hear from you!

Nebraskans over the age of 50 are invited to share their opinions to help shape the future of services and care for aging populations. Check out a location near you.

For More Information: Dr. Chris Kelly, [email protected]
Department of Gerontology | 402-554-2272
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05/06/2026

Elder Law is at Nebraska Savvy Seniors today in Lincoln.