Enrich Your Life

When I speak with high school students about opportunities for personal and professional growth, number one on my list is being a volunteer or on the board of a non-profit.

Serving on the board of a local non-profit organization can be a rewarding and impactful way to contribute to the community.

Here are a few reasons why it can be a wonderful experience:

Community Engagement: By being on a non-profit board, you gain a deeper understanding of the needs and challenges faced by your local community. This firsthand knowledge allows you to play an active role in addressing those needs and making a positive impact.

Networking Opportunities: Serving on a board exposes you to a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about the same cause. It provides you with networking opportunities and allows you to connect with like-minded individuals, community leaders, and professionals from various fields.

Skill Development: Joining a non-profit board allows you to develop and enhance your skills in leadership, strategic planning, decision-making, fundraising, financial management, and more. These skills can be valuable not only within the non-profit sector but also in your personal and professional life.

Making a Difference: Being part of a non-profit board gives you the chance to make a tangible difference in your community. You have the opportunity to contribute to the organization’s mission, shape its direction, and ensure that it effectively serves the needs of the community.

Personal Fulfillment: Volunteering your time and expertise for a cause you care about can bring immense personal fulfillment. Seeing the positive impact of the non-profit’s work and witnessing the lives it touches can be incredibly rewarding and gratifying.

Currently, I serve on six boards and each non-profit brings additional value to our community.

Visit these non-profits and see if you can donate your time or money to one or more of these worthy causes.

Autism Moms of Houston

https://www.autismmomsofhouston.org/

https://www.autismmomsofhouston.org/meetourboard

Cafe Azul TX

https://www.facebook.com/cafeazultx

https://cafeazultx.wixsite.com/cafeazultxautism/post/leona-filis-community-advocate

Family, Friends and Duchenne

https://familyfriendsandduchenne.org/home-2/our-team/

Friends of Down Syndrome

https://www.friendsofdownsyndrome.org/leadership

Hope for Luka

https://hopeforluka.org/pages/copy-of-board-members

SAFE Diversity Communities

http://www.safediversity.org/

Community Outreach Events

https://www.facebook.com/groups/840056543353650/

Embracing Diversity Radio Show

https://www.facebook.com/groups/176841273950502/

Congratulations Leona E. Filis – A Winner of the Best Probate Lawyers in Houston!

We are so proud of our Principal Attorney Leona E. Filis! She has won another award for her services to the Houston community, named one of the winners of Best Probate Lawyers in Houston 2022 by Expertise.com.  Leona works with families with children with special needs and provides invaluable advice for planning for their futures. Supplemental Needs Trusts can be tricky, but hugely effective to preserve eligibility rights to lifelong government benefits. 

This award is on the heels of Leona’s national recognition from President Joe Biden for her community service.

Awesome recognition for Leona and her tireless efforts to fight the good fight and protect our kids.

We will help you protect your family

With the new environment we find ourselves in, and with all of the uncertainty we have face, you can be comforted in that Filis Law Firm will be available to you.

Here is a letter from Leona E. Filis, founding member.

Dear Valued Clients, 

At Filis Law Firm, the safety and well-being of our clients is always a top concern. During this time of crisis, please know that Filis Law Firm is here for you, as we have been for the past 17 years. Although Courts and businesses have limited hours or are completely closed, Filis Law Firm will continue to provide services to meet your needs. 

As always, we allow for teleconferences, and now for your convenience, we have added Zoom as an option for video meetings.  You can schedule your appointment time online at Calendly https://calendly.com/filislawfirm.  If you prefer, you can also communicate with us or forward any information/documentation to us via email at leona@filislaw.com.

You can rely on the Filis Law Firm. Attorney Leona E. Filis understands that under the current circumstances, it is crucial to secure the optimal future for your family. As a result, should you need Estate Planning documents, Filis Law Firm will expedite such services, including Wills, Power of Attorneys, and Special Needs Trusts. If you are in need of Guardianship services, we can begin the Guardianship process by preparing and filing the initial legal documents. When the Harris County courts are fully operational, we can schedule a hearing date, or have a video hearing.

The Filis Law Firm team is dedicated to supporting you through this unprecedented time.  Please stay safe and know that you can count on us.

Leona E. Filis

Owner and Managing Attorney

Did You Hear the Embracing Diversity Show This Month?

Every month you can listen to the Embracing Diversity show on Radio DaBang 99.5 FM. This month DJ BigNate, Mrs. Thelma Scott and Attorney Filis had special guests Giset King, Max Power with Agape the Koala, and Kathy Tatum.

Giset King with Cafe Azul is hosting Tools for Caregivers of Individuals with Autism March 21, 2020 at 114 Eastwood St. from 10 am to 2 pm.

Study Up on THHSC Programs That Support Individuals with Special Needs

For all the new parents of babies and toddlers diagnosed with chronic illness or a disability such as Autism, one of the first things you should do is sign your child up for support and services with your  State and local authority. Years ago, for my child, I contacted the Department of Aging and Disabilities (DADS, now see Texas Health and Human Services Commission) and Mental Health and Mental Retardation Authority (MHMRA, now known as Harris Center).

 

Client Education 

 

My first reaction to receiving information about the Interest Lists for Medicaid Waiver Programs was one of disappointment.

I was certain that my household income would disqualify my son for benefits. I was wrong. The requirement for low or no income that you typically associate with Medicaid is waived for most of these programs.

If you have not already done so, please call 1-877-438-5658 to add your child to the Medically Dependent Children’s Program (MDCD) and Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) Interest Lists.

For those of our parents whose kids have spent a couple of days in a nursing facility, and is medically fragile, you may wish to look into the MDCP Rider 28 if your child is returning home. Talk to your child’s doctor about Form 2406, Physician Recommendation for Length of Stay in a Nursing Facility.

For more information, contact The Filis Law Firm at 713-462-1777 or search for Medicaid Waiver Programs on the Houston Special Needs Attorneys website.

Make a Difference in a High School Senior’s Life and Donate Now

Filis Law Firm just made a $100 donation to S.A.F.E. Diversity Communities. You too can help make a difference in a high student’s life by making a donation to help him or her go to college.

 

Join the movement & give back
November 27th, 2018
As the holiday season brings cash flowing to retail businesses, non-profits can get in on the action thanks to #GivingTuesday. Participate today by donating to S.A.F.E. Diversity Communities as we embody and empower diversity through our unique platform and approach. Thanks to supporters like you we have been able to promote cultural diversity and a safe community for many Houstonians, and if you continue to support us we can continue to educate and spread love and positivity. Join the team and donate today.
Make a contribution today

Thank you Mr. Mike Khan Founder/CEO of Radio Dabang 99.5 FM for making a generous $500 donation.

http://www.safediversitycommunities.org/full-donation-page.html

#GivingTuesday

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The Embracing Diversity Radio Show and $1000 Scholarships

Thank you Radio Da Bang and Ms. Thelma Scott!

I will be co-hosting with Ms. Scott once a month leading up to the fabulous 5th Annual Unique Blue Carpet Scholarship Awards Gala May 3, 2019. We are trying to get funds to high school students to enable them to go to college.

 

 

 

 

 

If you know a high school senior who wants an opportunity to earn a $1000 scholarship, tune in to the Embracing Diversity Radio Show at 99.5FM or or click this link for more information on the S.A.F.E. Diversity Communities website.