Event date: 10/28/2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Export event
NASWNY Chapter
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[Fall 2026 Senior Series] Drafting an Effective Power of Attorney

Wednesday, October 28 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM ET

  • C.A.R.E.S.
  • Senior Series
  • Virtual
  • Free
  • No CE

Free and virtual on Zoom. Part of the Fall 2026 Senior Series.

Register on Zoom (opens in a new tab)

Please note: This event is free for everyone. Beginning in November 2026, most C.A.R.E.S. events will be free for NASW-NY members, with a nominal fee for non-members. Read the chapter statement on this change (opens in a new tab).

  • Cost: Free
  • Format: Virtual (Zoom)
  • Presenter: Sara Meyers, Esq., elder law attorney
  • CE credits: Not offered

As part of the NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S. Community Engagement Initiative's Fall 2026 Senior Series, join elder law attorney Sara Meyers, Esq. for an informative discussion on the importance of having the right power of attorney in place.

Not all powers of attorney are created equal. Ms. Meyers will share her insights on this important estate planning document, and attendees will gain a better understanding of how thoughtful planning can help protect individuals and their families.

What we'll cover

  • The pros and cons of durable versus non-durable powers of attorney
  • The benefits and considerations of including broad gifting powers
  • The growing need to address digital assets in power of attorney documents

Presenter

Sara Meyers, Esq.

Partner, Enea, Scanlan and Sirignano, LLP

Sara Meyers practices exclusively in elder law and trusts and estates, protecting the rights of seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their families. Her firm has offices in White Plains and Somers, NY. Visit Enea, Scanlan and Sirignano, LLP (opens in a new tab).

This event does not offer CE credits.

This presentation provides general information and is not legal advice.

Recording in any form, including AI note-taking apps such as Otter.ai or Zoom AI Companion, is not permitted during NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S. events.

Questions or ADA accommodation requests: cares.naswny@socialworkers.org

Frequently asked questions

Is this event free?

Yes. This event is free to attend.

Will C.A.R.E.S. events stay free?

Beginning in November 2026, unless otherwise noted, most NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S. community engagement events will transition to a new registration structure: NASW-NY members will attend free of charge, while non-members will pay a nominal registration fee.

This change was previously identified as a potential update in the chapter statement, An Important Update on the NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S. Community Engagement Initiative (opens in a new tab).

What topics will be covered?

Durable versus non-durable powers of attorney, broad gifting powers, and addressing digital assets in power of attorney documents.

Who should attend?

Social workers who serve older adults, as well as seniors, caregivers, and families planning for the future.

Does this event offer CE credits?

No. This NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S. event does not offer CE credits.

Register on Zoom (opens in a new tab)

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