Florida
Poverty Health
Law Conference

About the Conference

This conference offers multiple trainings regarding the healthcare rights of low-income Floridians. Panelists include Florida legal aid attorneys with experience in poverty health law, pro bono health & elder law attorneys, and national experts.

 

Participants will gain:

  • An overview of the legal authority governing healthcare rights for low income Floridians, including children, elders, veterans, individuals with disabilities.
  • Practical tools for helping clients secure their health care rights and supporting clients more effectively.
  • Strategies for educating clients about their rights and conducting impactful outreach.

The program includes 12 one-hour sessions which combine a review of the relevant law & important legal services resources with real-world hypothetical cases and advocacy strategies.

 

There is no registration fee and CLEs will be provided.

Who Should Attend

The conference is designed for:

  • Legal aid attorneys
  • Pro bono attorneys
  • Other individuals helping low-income Floridians on questions related to Medicaid, Medicare or nursing home rights (e.g., ombudsmen, SHINE representatives).

Time & Location

  • Check-in: Monday, November 17 from 10:30–11:30 AM (coffee and snacks provided)
  • Conference Begins: November 17 at 11:45 AM
  • Concludes: November 18 at 12:00 PM
  • Optional Lunch: November 18 at 1:00 PM

📍 Embassy Suites Orlando
Lake Buena Vista South | 4955 Kyngs Heath Road, Kissimmee, FL 34746

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Press and Recording Policy

Sessions may be recorded for internal training and educational purposes. By participating, attendees consent to being included in recordings. Any external press or media inquiries should be directed to training@floridahealthjustice.org prior to the event.

Contact Information

Overall conference questions and information: conference@floridahealthjustice.org

Sponsorship information: sponsorship@floridahealthjustice.org

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