These classes are offered by Zoom and in connection with ASAGA’s partnership with the Alaska Court System.
September 11, 2024 from 12 to 1:30pm: Applying for Social Security – Click to Register
ASAGA welcomes back Nathan Cole from the Social Security Administration to discuss how to apply for the primary two Social Security disability payments and helpful information to assist you. We cannot record this session but it is offered three times a year.
September 25, 2024 from 12 to 1:30: Managing Social Security Benefits – Click to Register
Learn what it means to manage benefits from Social Security such as resource limitations or when to report changes.
October 3, 2024 at 12 noon to 1:00 pm: What is NGA (National Guardianship Association) and How can it benefit me? – Click to Register
Lisa Wawrzonek, NGA Board Member will present on what the mission of NGA is, membership benefits and how ASAGA will be working to connect the Alaska community. ASAGA has been a long time affiliate member of NGA.
October 9, 2024 at 12 noon to 1:00pm: Mentoring and Monitoring; A New Approach to Guardianship and Conservatorship. – Click to Register
Lisa Wawrzonek, Guardianship Compliance Officer for the Alaska Court System will share the pilot project the court has been working on and the plan to take it statewide to other court locations in Alaska to better serve the community and guardianship system.
October 16, 2024 12 noon to 1:30 pm: Funeral Planning and Medicaid. – Click to Register
ASAGA welcomes Debbie Janssen who will discuss planning for funeral expenses and policies including if Medicaid is involved or a spend down is needed. What can you purchase and still keep benefits intact? She is joined by Sydney Eden, long time professional guardian in Alaska to facilitate the conversation.
October 23, 2024 at 12 noon to 1:30 pm; Not the End of the Story; When a Loved One Dies – Click to Register
ASAGA welcomes Kara Thrasher-Livingston who bravely shares her story and words of wisdom and comfort for other family members and providers.
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