Kimberly Rainen

According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization focusing on national health issues, 36,675 people in Massachusetts, most of them seniors, currently reside in nursing or assisted living facilities. Many of them never expected they would need long-term care, so they didn’t make appropriate plans for residential elder care funding. What should a senior …

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The terms guardianship and conservatorship are sometimes used interchangeably, particularly in the media and in pop culture. However, guardianship and conservatorship serve different functions. There are similarities between guardianships and conservatorships in that they both involve the appointment of one person to help manage another person’s affairs. Still, there are critical differences related to the …

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When it comes to protecting yourself and your family with advanced planning, there are three core components: determining what happens to your estate, developing plans for how your affairs and care will be managed if you become incapacitated, and creating a plan for how you’ll cover long term care if you need it. Contacting an …

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Most young married couples assume they don’t need an estate plan. Without many assets or children to pass things to, it’s easy to overlook the benefits of a comprehensive estate planning strategy. The truth is, there are many different benefits to having an estate plan created by an experienced lawyer in Massachusetts. Far too many …

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When laws change, it’s understandable you would Google “estate planning attorney near me” to find the support of an estate planning attorney. With the proposed Sensible Taxation and Equity Promotion Act (STEP Act) on the horizon, it’s vital to find someone who understands the provisions of this potential new law and your unique situation. The …

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Medicaid might be the only way or the best way for you to pay for nursing home care, but securing these benefits requires careful planning. Given that 20% of the Massachusetts population is low-income, many are eligible for Medicaid benefits throughout their lives. However, most people living in a nursing home are older and suffering …

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