Social Security Disability & Elder Law

Don't risk your future 'going it alone' against the Social Security Administration. We are here to help.

Be sure your Social Security Representative is board-certified in Social Security Advocacy.

Is your Social Security Representative local or in a call center across the country? We are right here when you need us.

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If you do not have the correct information and a qualified attorney to guide you through these steps, it can affect the outcome of your case. Call us today to be sure!

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Anyone who has a pending claim for benefits should be represented by a qualified local attorney. It has been our experience that the sooner a qualified local attorney is involved, the sooner the process is for the individual. We are one of the only local Social Security Disability law firms in Central Illinois.

Each case is evaluated individually. Call us today to see if you qualify for Social Security Disability benefits.

We offer an extensive evaluation

What to do if you’ve been denied

There are several stages to the Social Security process. The first three are 1) the initial filing of the claim, 2) the reconsideration of the claim and 3) the hearing of the claim. In every Social Security claim you have a certain numbers of days to file an appeal to the next stage. If you miss this deadline, it could cost you your claim. Contact our office for a full and extensive review of your claim.

Can you still work part-time?

The true meaning of ‘Disability’ as defined by the Social Security Administration is, “the inability to perform any gainful work activity.” Contact our office so we can make a full and extensive assessment of your file.

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Questions to ask yourself

If you have a loved one who has been affected by the devastating disease of Alzheimer’s or Dementia, you are likely to have several unanswered questions. Our FREE 9-STEP GUIDE offers real solutions that will get you the care your loved one needs, protect your family’s finances and to regain your Peace of Mind.

We know you are worried. You have a loved one showing the signs of memory loss and you’re concerned that I might be Alzheimer’s Disease or perhaps they have already been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.v

In any case, you may be concerned about how you are going to get good care for them. When you think about the cost you may be wondering if you might lose everything to Alzheimer’s.

What steps should I take right now?

With our FREE 9-STEP GUIDE you may find it easier to deal with your loved one’s disease, especially with the rising cost of care for an Alzheimer’s patient.

Find out the most important steps you should be taking right now to protect their eligibility by requesting your FREE copy of our report, The Consumer’s Guide to Illinois Medicaid and Division of Assets.

Understanding the Medicaid rules and regulations can be complex, tricky and seemingly designed to frustrate those who should be utilizing Medicaid. As a Central Illinois Elder Law Attorney, Thomas Henry has been practicing law for the last 30 years. We can help people in Central Illinois receive nursing home care while legally and honestly protecting their assets. We hear the same questions time and time again. Most people are concerned that qualifying for Medicaid is going to leave them with virtually nothing:

Can I protect my home from the State?
How much of my income will I be able to keep?
How can I reduce or eliminate my nursing home bill?

With these questions in mind, Mr. Henry has prepared a comprehensive guide to help consumers educate themselves on the ins and outs of the Medicaid system. Call or E-mail us today for your FREE BOOKLET titled: The Consumer’s Guide to Illinois Medicaid and Division of Assets.

Get your FREE Review Guide on Central Illinois Nursing Homes featuring information on how to find the right facility, how to get good care and how to pay for it without going broke.

The decision to place a loved one in a Nursing Home is the most difficult decision a family has. No matter what the health reason is there is always stress involved.

In times like these it is important that you pause, take a deep breath, and understand that there are things you can do.

The Central Illinois Nursing Home Guide is designed to help provide you with information and answers which I, as an Illinois Elder Law Attorney, deal with on a daily basis.

Call or E-mail us today for your FREE COPY of The Central Illinois Nursing Home Guide today!

You may qualify for government benefits to help with the high cost of home health care. Get your FREE COPY of the Consumer’s Guide to the VA’s Aid and Attendance Benefit and find out if you qualify.

For many Veterans in Central Illinois there is little known VA benefits that can help you get the care you need without using up all of your savings.

Do you know how to qualify for a benefit up to $1,840.00 a month?

Did you know a widow of a Veteran may qualify for a benefit of up to $1,000.00 a month.

These are some of the things I discuss and help educate you on in the Consumer’s Guide to the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit.

There are certain steps you should be taking right now to protect your assets while getting the best care possible. Get your FREE COPY of the Illinois Guide to Hospice Care today and learn the strategies that smart families are using to protect their loved one’s hard-earned savings.

Planning for a loved one who has a life-threatening illness can be extremely complicated and stressful.

As an experienced Elder Law Attorney, Thomas Henry has found that most families actually regain Peace of Mind once they have taken care of their planning so they can focus on the other issues they are facing.

There are several questions we’re sure you have and we want to put a FREE Illinois Guide to Hospice Care. You’ll find answers to questions like, What is Hospice? Who is eligible? These questions and more are answered in the Guide. Call or E-mail us today for your FREE HOSPIC GUIDE.

Elder Care

Life takes careful planning. Your wishes for your healthcare, property and heirs should not be left for others to decide. Life Care Plans at Thomas M. Henry Law Offices are more than legal advice, you can have peace of mind that plans for your estate will be carefully and clearly detailed. And, if you are unable to travel, Mr. Henry and his staff will come to you.

Assisted Living

Protection for your loved one. When it’s time to look into placing your loved one into a nursing home or for securing in-home care, call Mr. Henry for a Nursing Home Review Package. He will help you with the Medicaid and/or Veteran Benefits application process and advise you on the best path to take for your family.

Social Security Disability

Informed Representation. You need to know the Social Security law and regulations before you venture into the application process. A Board Certified Social Security Advocate, Mr. Henry can guide you through the many aspects of a complicated process. Answers to questions on how to qualify, whether or not you can work part-time, how your work history will affect your claim will all play a role on the outcome of your case. Call today for an extensive evaluation of your claim.

General Law

Legal Representation. Mr. Henry handles a wide variety of legal matters. Call our office today for a consultation.

Thomas M. Henry, Attorney at Law

Born in 1953, is a Woodruff High School graduate. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and Theater from Illinois State University and earned his Juris Doctorate from Southern Illinois University in 1978.

Attorney Henry achieved his Social Security Disability Advocacy designation from the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification and is now board-certified in Social Security law.

Chastina Shurts, Life Care Manager

Born in 1975, Chastina is also a Woodruff High School graduate. She completed her Associate Degree in Applied Science at Illinois Central College and graduated with an American Bar Association-approved certificate in Paralegal Studies in 2006.

Chastina has ten years of medical training and is very knowledgeable regarding healthcare law.

Andrea Bridges, Paralegal

Born in 1982, Andrea is a Girard High School graduate, earning her Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Illinois University in 2005. She obtained her certificate in Paralegal Studies from Illinois Central College in 2007 from the American Bar Association-approved program.

Andrea has had experience working for several state governmental agencies and has extensive knowledge in Social Security Disability law.

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