T, crsproo ceretlu• E• H• M• E• Ete g • Lf aCReRC CancerRights Conference This FREE conferencewill be held onSaturday, March 29, 20089am to 4:30pmatLoyola Law SchoolDowntown Los AngelesMerrifield Hall919 Albany StreetLos Angeles, CA 90015 he Cancer Legal Resource Center invites patients, survivors, family, friendsaregive, and healthcare oviders to attend this free, one- f-a-kind conference dedicated teducating people about canr- laed legal issues, incding: mployment ealth & Disability Insurance edicare & Medi-Cal ducation Rights of Children staPlanninegislative Advocacy Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet individually with stafttorneys from the ancer Legal Resource Center. gistration deadline: March 21, 2008 Please complete the registration form and return it to the CLby mail, fax, or email. Sponsored by the Disability Rights Legal Center, California Office of the Patient Advocate, & Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Los Angeles County Affiliate For information, visit www.DisabilityRightsLegalCenter.org or call 213.736.1331 Cancer Rights Conference March 29, 2008 Registration Form First Name _____________________ Last Name ___________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip _______________________________________________________ Phone _______________________ Alternate Phone ________________________ Email _______________________________________________________________ .. Patient .. Survivor .. Caregiver .. Advocate .. Healthcare Professional Do you need accommodations? ________________________________________ Do you wish to receive the CLRC email newsletter? ..Yes ..No How did you hear about this conference? ________________________________ Which breakout sessions would you like to attend? .. Navigating Through Managed Care or .. Cancer Rights Law Overview (español) Session 1: 10:00am to 10:50am .. Employment & Health Insurance or .. Medicare Session 2: 11:00am to 11:50am .. Education Rights or .. Medi-Cal or .. How to Pay For Your Treatment Session 3: 12:00pm to 12:50pm .. Taking Time Off Work & Disability Insurance or .. Estate Planning Session 4: 2:00pm to 2:50pm .. Breast Health or .. “Ask the CLRC” Clinic Session 5: 3:00pm to 3:50pm Deadline to register: March 21, 2008 Fax registration form to: 213-736-1428 Email form to: CLRC@LLS.EDU Mail registration form to: CLRC .. 919 Albany Street ..Los Angeles, CA 90015 Breakout Session Descriptions Medicare: Part D prescription drug plan. Medi-Cal: Education Rights: children. Estate Planning: : We cover Cancer Rights Conference March 29, 2008 Employment & Health Insurance: In this comprehensive overview we cover the rights and protections of people in the workplace under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), health insurance options such as COBRA, HIPAA, MRMIP, Medi-Cal, and Medicare, and health care protections such as the Women’s Health & Cancer Rights Act and California healthcare legislation. This presentation covers all aspects of Medicare coverage, including standard Medicare, Medicare/ Medi-Cal, Medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans, eligibility for clinical trials and preventive services, and the This seminar gives an overview of the Medi-Cal program in California, including how to qualify for Medi-Cal, the Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program (BCCTP), In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), and programs for seniors and people with disabilities. Learn about the education rights of children with cancer and how to advocate for your The purpose of this session is to help cancer patients and their families prepare for any potential situation by planning ahead to ensure that their loved ones and assets are protected. It includes an overview of advanced health care directives, powers of attorney for financial affairs, wills and trusts. How to Pay For Your Treatment: This session offers tips on how to deal with and pay for your medical bills, ways to avoid negative effects on your credit history, and information on your consumer rights. Breast HealthLearn about Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and important information about breast health. “Ask the CLRC” Clinic: During this clinic we will provide participants with an opportunity to meet individually with our staff attorneys to discuss questions on legal rights and obligations. Taking Time Off Work & Disability Insurance: Learn about the FMLA and government benefits available to people who are temporarily or permanently unable to work, State Disability Insurance, California Family Temporary Disability Insurance, Social Security Disability Insurance, and Supplemental Security Income. Navigating Through Managed Care: Discover effective ways to deal with your health insurance provider to get the care you need and your medical bills paid. Learn about your rights with respect to accessing your medical records, second opinions, and the Independent Medical Review process in California. Legislative Advocacy: Learn how to affect legislative change as an individual or in small groups. pending legislation, how cancer and disability organizations and grassroots movements participate in the legislative process, and how to contact and effectively communicate with your elected officials. Sponsored by the Disability Rights Legal Center, California Office of the Patient Advocate, & Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Los Angeles County Affiliate