32nd Annual Elder Law Forum

Event Details

Thursday, May 13, 2027
Crowne Plaza Albany – the Desmond Hotel
660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 12211
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 32ND ANNUAL ELDER LAW FORUM: Thursday, May 13, 2027.

Registration opening in January.

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THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO MADE THE 31st ANNUAL ELDER LAW FORUM A MEANINGFUL AND COLLABORATIVE EVENT WITH RECORD ATTENDANCE!

On May 14, 2026, Pierro, Connor & Strauss convenes top minds and changemakers from across the state – including attorneys, health care providers, policymakers, financial professionals, advocates, social workers and caregivers – to tackle the most pressing issues facing aging and vulnerable populations. This year’s Forum focused on the most urgent legal and policy shifts affecting care, access, and planning.

Program Highlights:

Legislative response to the Governor’s Budget
Update from State Leaders: Updates from Dr. James McDonald, Commissioner, NYSDOH and Greg Olsen, Director, NYSOFA
Changes to New York’s Medicaid Programs
Preventing and Prosecuting Elder Financial Abuse
Home Care: Can We Keep the Promise?
Transitioning to Assisted Living and Nursing Care: Making the Right Move
Don’t Believe the Noise: Considering Long-Term Care Insurance

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Featured Speakers: 31st Annual Elder Law Forum

Louis W. Pierro, Esq.

Forum Host,
Founding Partner,
Pierro, Connor & Strauss

Aaron E. Connor, Esq.

Managing Partner,
Pierro, Connor & Strauss

Frank Hemming III, Esq.

Partner,
Pierro, Connor & Strauss

Greg Olsen

Director,
New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA)

Dr. James V. McDonald, MD, MPH

Commissioner, New York State Department of Health

Al Cardillo

President & CEO,
Home Care Association of NYS

Becky Preve

Executive Director,
Association on Aging in New York

Jacob Ashby

NYS Senator,
43rd Senate District,
Committee on Aging (Ranking)

John McDonald III

NYS Assembly, 108th District,
Committee on Health

Patricia Fahy

NYS Senator, 46th District
Chair, Committee on Disabilities

Benita Zahn

Certified Health and Wellness Coach,
Be Your Best with Coach Benita

Josh Brody

Trust Counsel,
NYSARC Trust Services

Valerie Bogart

Of Counsel,
Evelyn Frank Legal Resources Program at New York Legal Assistance Group

Joseph Twardy

President, Health Plans; Chief Administrative Officer,
Nascentia Health

Lee Kindlon

Albany County District Attorney

Beth Finkel

State Director,
AARP New York

Robert Vandy

President,
Advisors Insurance Brokers

Shawn Britt

Director, LTC Initiatives,
Advanced Consulting Group, Nationwide

Anne Sansevero

Co-Founder,
Holistic HomeCare Associates

Andre Lingham

CEO,
Safe Aging Strategies, Inc.

Paul Belitsis, CPA

COO/CFO,
Promenade Senior Living

DIANE MICKLE GOTEBIOWSKI, PT, DPT

Vice President,
EverHome Care Advisors

Sandra Sullivan-Smith

Vice President of Residential Services for St. Peter’s Health Partners, The Eddy

Testimonials

“I am so happy to be exposed to all these industry giants and knowing that I am “catching up” with some of them.”

“Informative and valuable. Thought provoking.”

“Presentations were excellent in every way and covered a large volume of critical information comfortably in the time available. The posted material was appreciated.”

“The content was compelling. The Q&A was very strong and valuable and the interaction between the presenters was valuable.”

“I cannot say how much I look forward to this Forum each year. We all need to keep up with current issues.”

“Presentations were excellent in every way and covered a large volume of critical information comfortably in the time available. Posted material appreciated.”

“Presenters were particularly helpful in their explanations of financial issues because of the details on which they elaborated.”

“Material was clearly presented. Knowledgeable panel. Useful material that can be utilized in my work as well as in personal financial planning.”