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Larry Frolik is a dude!

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Lawrence A. Frolik (Professor of Law, University of Pittsburgh School of Law) has recently published his book entitled Residence Options for Older and Disabled Clients.

Here is a description of this book:

Withthe recent census figures reporting that more than 35 million Americansare age 65 and older and the expected prolonged life expectancy, theneed for appropriate housing is inevitable. Residence Options for Olderand Disabled Clients is a new book that provides comprehensive guidanceon the many different types of housing available for aging and disabledindividuals. It starts with the most independent type of living,proceeds through transitional forms of housing and ends with anin-depth discussion of medically-assisted housing.

It is crucial for attorneys of aging and disabled clients to beadequately informed about various housing options as there are manylegal consequences involved with selling their existing home andjoining a heavily-regulated, planned community. Attorneys have theopportunity to offer their clients important practical advice about agerestricted housing and deed restrictions and thereby steer them awayfrom potential problems. This guide provides you with guidance andanswers critical questions to help you counsel your clients.

Housing options include:

• Condominiums and cooperatives
• Planned communities and homeowner associations
• Continuing care retirement communities 
• Assisted living
• Group homes for the disabled
• Nursing homes
• Hospice care
• And much more.

Whetheryou’re a lawyer, financial planner, geriatric case manager or acaregiver, this book will expand your knowledge of the various types ofhousing and offers you assistance in selecting the most appropriateplace for an individual’s specific needs.

WWLLS? (about the copying, I mean…)

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