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Massachusetts' Performance in Elder Abuse Protection

Massachusetts’ Performance in Elder Abuse Protection

Elder abuse is a critical issue affecting vulnerable seniors across the United States. A recent study by WalletHub evaluated all 50 states and the District of Columbia to determine which offer the best protection against ... Read More
Protecting Older Adults from Financial Scams: Insights from the Justice Department’s Annual Report

Protecting Older Adults from Financial Scams: Insights from the Justice Department’s Annual Report

The U.S. Department of Justice recently published its Annual Report on elder justice, offering a comprehensive overview of efforts to combat elder fraud, abuse, and exploitation. The report reveals staggering statistics about financial losses suffered ... Read More
Giving Beyond the Annual Gift Tax Limit: What You Need to Know

Giving Beyond the Annual Gift Tax Limit: What You Need to Know

Are you considering making a financial gift to a loved one but concerned about exceeding the annual gift tax limit? The good news is there are ways to provide meaningful support for education or medical ... Read More
This is What Happens to You After You Die

This is What Happens to You After You Die

First, everything will go black, then you will see a long tunnel with a bright shining light at the other end… Just kidding! It’s not the job of an attorney to delve into what happens ... Read More
New Massachusetts Legislation Restores Pooled Trusts for Seniors Over 65: A Key Tool for Medicaid/MassHealth Planning

New Massachusetts Legislation Restores Pooled Trusts for Seniors Over 65: A Key Tool for Medicaid/MassHealth Planning

Governor Maura Healey signed into law a crucial piece of legislation—H.5033, also known as the Long-Term Care Bill. This new law reverses the harsh changes made earlier in the year, restoring the use of pooled ... Read More
What to Do If Your Loved One Refuses Long Term Care

What to Do If Your Loved One Refuses Long Term Care

One of the most common and challenging caregiving situations that an adult can face is dealing with an elder loved one who resists necessary assistance. This resistance can take many forms: refusing in-home aides, continuing ... Read More