New York lawmakers have introduced the Good Guardianship Act, a bill aimed at fixing the state’s broken guardianship system by investing $15 million a year. Thank you, Senator Cleare, and Assemblymember Lavine for supporting this bill! www.propublica.org/article/new-...

🔍 Scammers aren’t just after your heart — now they’re targeting your interests too. A new wave of affinity fraud tricks people into trusting fake “friends” who seem to share hobbies or beliefs, only to steal money once trust is built. www.aarp.org/money/scams-...

📢 Resource Fair Alert! Erie County Dept. of Social Services is hosting a Resource Fair to connect residents with vital programs and services. Join the opportunity to learn, ask questions, and get support for you and your family!

New York just passed a groundbreaking new law that allows survivors of economic abuse to free themselves from debts they were forced into through coercion, fraud, or manipulation. Listen to learn more about what this new law means. Click here to listen: www.elderjusticeny.org/news/coerced-debt

Hot off the (digital) press! 📰 Our Quarter 1 newest newsletter is live and full of updates, stories, and ways to get involved. Take a few minutes to catch up on what’s new at CELJ in 2026! Click here to read: static1.squarespace.com/static/6256c...

We’ve been busy behind the scenes and now we’re taking it on the road! From community presentations to upcoming events, we can’t wait to connect with you! www.elderjusticeny.org/upcoming-events

In New York, adults in nursing homes rely on a Personal Needs Allowance—a small monthly amount to cover things Medicaid doesn’t, like toiletries, clothing, or even a coffee with a friend. buffalonews.com/news/local/b...

📣 This week we’re spotlighting an important resource for families navigating mental health and substance use care — the CHAMP program! Discover how CHAMP helps break down insurance barriers so students and families can access the care they need. Read more: www.elderjusticeny.org/blog/champ

Currently doom scrolling? Make it count! 😄 Start a social media fundraiser for CELJ through platforms like Facebook & Instagram and turn likes and shares into dollars and real justice for our community. We’ll show you how below!

Big goals. Real impact. Our 2026 Policy Priorities are here; focused on justice, dignity, and opportunity for the communities we serve. Click below to learn more and stay tuned as we turn policy into progress. www.elderjusticeny.org/policy-advocacy-news/2026-policy-priorities

We went prime time! 📺 Supervising Attorney Bradley Loliger, Esq. was featured on WNY Tonight on January 28. Don’t miss his chat with Tammie Lee Demler! Click here to listen/watch: www.elderjusticeny.org/news/wny-ton...

In mid-January Kevin Quinn, Esq. & Amanda Warner, Esq. represented CELJ at the Justice For All Luncheon during the NYSBA Annual Meeting in NYC, honoring the incredible pro bono work of attorneys across New York State! Interested in pro bono work? Contact Amanda at [email protected]

Civil legal services help New Yorkers stay housed, access benefits, and protect their families. The Governors Executive Budget leaves IOLA nearly $25M short — threatening jobs, services, and stability statewide. Read the article here: static1.squarespace.com/static/5b9ff...

Join our PrideLaw team for a FREE presentation on advance directives and advance planning, in partnership with Pride Center of WNY’s Silver Pride Project. 💜 Open to the public & no registration needed—just come as you are!

This February, we’re celebrating love in all its forms, and you can wear it proudly too! 🌈✨ Our “Love Wins” shirts are the perfect way to show your heart is open, kind, and bold. ❤️ Light version: www.bonfire.com/pride-shirt-... Dark version: www.bonfire.com/pride-shirt-...

Don’t let the mid‑winter blues get you down! ❄️ Come visit us in Lockport for an informative presentation on Advance Planning. We’d love to see you, answer your questions, and chat about planning for the future with confidence. 📝✨

Fraudsters are always looking for ways to access your personal information. Simple steps like reducing your paper trail, strengthening your security measures, and protecting your privacy can make a big difference. Stay alert and stay safe! 🔒 #FraudPrevention #StaySafe #ProtectYourPrivacy

Hey, Niagara County! 👋 Our friends at the Council for Older Adults are hosting their annual Spring event! Join us for engaging speakers, raffles, a resource fair, breakfast & lunch, and health screenings. Open to Niagara County adults age 55+. Register today!

NY has 4.3M caregivers and a 50% increase in older adults living in poverty — yet aging services remain flat funded and 70,000 seniors are on waitlists. The FY2027 budget must do better @kathyhochul.bsky.social #AgeStrongNY www.liveon-ny.org/age-strong

We’re heading to the Niagara CASE Conference on March 4! Free and open to the community with vendors, a speaker, and a basket auction—don’t miss it!

Identity theft can happen to anyone — but you can take steps to protect your personal info. Check out the FTC’s Identity Theft Awareness Week events & resources Jan. 26–30! 💻🔒 #IDTheftWeek #IdentityProtection consumer.ftc.gov/features/ide...

Tax season can bring more than paperwork, it can bring scams. Learn the top red flags that suggest your tax preparer might be a fraud and how to protect your money and identity. Stay informed and file with confidence this year! More info here: www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/tax-preparation/

During uncertain times, complex legal challenges affect more lives than ever. Help us protect older adults from scams, support seniors facing eviction & assist families navigating crises. Every gift this January powers our critical work in 2026. www.elderjusticeny.org/support-our-cause-1

Looking for a job that doesn’t feel like “just a job”? Good news, we’re hiring! Come join our team and do work that matters. Current vacancies include paralegal and receptionist. Learn more here: www.elderjusticeny.org/open-positions

Big congratulations to Kayla Schutts on being officially admitted to the New York State Bar! ⚖️🎉 A huge milestone and so well deserved, we’re proud to celebrate you!

@governor.ny.gov it’s budget season & it’s time for state leaders to prioritize budgeting that reflects the real needs of New Yorkers. Increasing the state budget isn’t about spending more for the sake of it, it’s about ensuring dignity & quality of life for all. buffalonews.com/opinion/arti...

Our Policy Analyst got to meet with NYS Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, the first woman and woman of color in this role, who’s been a tireless advocate for older adults, caregivers, and vulnerable New Yorkers. Here’s to another year of advancing policies that make a real difference!

Our outreach events this week include community based presentations and a legal clinic where you can get your questions answered by a real, live attorney, not an AI bot! Stop by and get pointed in the right direction! www.elderjusticeny.org/upcoming-events

We’ve got outreach events coming up where you can meet our team, get free info, and learn about services that support you and your loved ones. Swing by, we’re here for you! www.elderjusticeny.org/upcoming-events

Join us for an Advance Planning presentation where an Attorney will walk through health care decisions, powers of attorney & how to make sure your wishes are honored. It’s a great chance to get your questions answered in a relaxed, no-pressure setting. www.elderjusticeny.org/upcoming-events

Our Meat Raffle has a new date! Double-check those planners, tell your friends, and get ready to bring home the bacon (literally). 🥓 We promise it’s worth the reschedule!

In the nydailynews.com Kristin Brown of NY Legal Services Coalition and empirejustice.bsky.social explains why that must change. 🔗 www.nydailynews.com/2026/01/09/h... #StandWithNonprofits

We’re looking for pro bono volunteers to help with step-parent and second-parent adoptions for LGBTQIA+ families. Your legal skills can help families feel secure, supported, and officially official! Contact Amanda Warner, Esq at 716-853-3087 x241 or [email protected] to learn more!

Your support helps us protect, empower, and advocate for older adults and vulnerable community members every single day. Whether it’s a little or a lot, every donation makes a real difference—and we couldn’t do this work without you. www.elderjusticeny.org/support-our-cause-1

We're growing & we’re on the hunt for awesome, compassionate people to join our team. If you’re into making a real impact, helping your community, and working with a great group of humans—this might be your sign to come work with us! www.elderjusticeny.org/open-positions

We’ve got a busy week ahead! 👋 Our team will be out in the community tabling at events and giving presentations across the region. Keep an eye out for us, we’d love to connect! Details for upcoming presentations here: www.elderjusticeny.org/upcoming-events

🌈 Join our PrideLaw team for a conversation about planning ahead! This presentation is geared toward the LGBTQIA+ community & will cover the basics of health care proxies, estate planning, and more, so your wishes are known and respected. Free and open to the public with no registration required!

🚐 Our Mobile Legal Unit is hitting the road this month! Seniors can stop by for free, 1:1 consultations with an attorney—no pressure, just answers to your legal questions and support you can trust. If you or a loved one could use some legal guidance, we’d love to see you there.

🎙️ Tune in January 20 at 10 am! Managing Attorney, Kevin Quinn will be on WCNY Radio’s The Capitol Pressroom talking about New Yorks new coerced debt law. Listen here: www.wnyc.org/shows/new-yo...

Scammers can get your personal information in many ways, including large data breaches, phishing emails, malware-infected websites, or even low-tech methods like stealing mail or going through trash. More info here: www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/identity-theft/

Romance scams are fraud schemes where criminals build fake romantic relationships online to gain a person’s trust and then manipulate them into sending money or personal information. More info here: www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/romance/

Business Impostor scams are exactly what they sound like: criminals pose as someone (or something) else to try to convince you to send them money. More info here: www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/impostor/

From Niagara to Chautauqua and beyond, we partner with orgs and serve on regional committees. 🤝 Our team loves presenting, sharing resources, and connecting with like-minded groups—email [email protected] to collaborate!

New Year, new legal questions! Join us January 27 for Mobile Legal Support at the Orchard Park Senior Center. Stop by to ask questions, get guidance, and connect with an attorney one on one! www.elderjusticeny.org/upcoming-events

Join us for Advance Planning 101, a free, open-to-the-public presentation led by an Attorney! We’ll cover the basics & answer common questions to help you feel more prepared for the future. Come learn, ask questions & take the first step. www.elderjusticeny.org/upcoming-events

We’re excited to share a shirt we created in honor of Dr. MLK Jr. & his belief in justice, dignity & caring for one another. Every purchase helps support our work, with a portion of the proceeds going directly to CELJ. Rock a meaningful message and give back today! www.bonfire.com/injustice-sh...

We don’t have any community outreach events scheduled for this week, but we’ll be back out in the community later this January! In the meantime, be sure to check out our events page to see what’s coming up—we’d love to see you soon. www.elderjusticeny.org/upcoming-eve... and Go Bills! ❤️ 🦬 💙 🏈

Advocacy starts locally and our CEO, Karen Nicolson, Esq., is helping drive change statewide in this piece featured in The Buffalo News. 📰 Give it a quick read and let us know what you think! 👇 www.elderjusticeny.org/news/another...

Celebrate with US in 2026!🎉 Swipe to see how to turn your day into a social media fundraiser on Instagram or Facebook. Your friends can donate right from their feed, no extra apps or hassle. Plus it’s an easy, feel-good way to support our work in the City of Good Neighbors! 🦬

Assembly Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Lavine discusses this issue and the legislation he introduced in December to address it through nonprofit guardianship providers. capitolpressroom.org/2025/12/19/f...