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Senior Solutions LLC
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Belmont, MA 02478
We are Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys in Boston, Massachusetts, providing Medicaid Planning, Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Planning for Solo Seniors, Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Probate of Estates. We are caring attorneys ready to help you, whether you are planning in advance or facing a crisis. Our Blog provides information that may be helpful to our clients.
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Mar 29, 20222 min read
4 Tips for Estate Planning If You Worry About a Child Struggling With Addiction or Gambling
Watching your child struggle is heartbreaking. Although it can be difficult, it is important that you let your attorney know about any...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Feb 28, 20224 min read
What to expect when you apply for Medicaid for Nursing Home Care- 9 Tips
If you or a loved one need nursing home care, Medicaid (in Massachusetts it is also called MassHealth) can help pay for your care. ...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Feb 1, 20223 min read
Gifting and the 5 Year Look Back Period for Medicaid Nursing Home Benefits: Eight Tips
For individuals applying for Medicaid (also called MassHealth) to pay for nursing home care, you must provide information about gifts...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Jan 3, 20223 min read
Four Tips for Estate Planning for Parents of Young Children
This holiday season you have done everything possible to make it a special time for your children. They are the most important people in...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Dec 28, 20212 min read
Where Should I Keep My Estate Planning Documents?
If you have executed estate planning documents, such as a will, health care proxy, power of attorney, and possibly a trust,...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Dec 27, 20214 min read
Three Tips to Protect Your Assets when Your Spouse Needs Nursing Home Care:
When your spouse needs nursing home care, it can feel overwhelming. You also may be worried about how you will be able to pay for...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Oct 19, 20213 min read
Five Creative Community Housing Options for Seniors
As an Elder Law Attorney in the Boston, MA area, I am excited to see new and creative housing options for seniors. Almost 25% of seniors...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Sep 29, 20212 min read
New Way to Reduce Spouse's Nursing Home Care Costs
An "In Marriage QDRO", may help protect income for a spouse, when the other spouse needs nursing home care and MassHealth or Medicaid.
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Apr 14, 20212 min read
Medicaid Recipients Have a Little More Time to Spend Stimulus Money
The one-year deadline for nursing home residents on Medicaid to spend down their first round of stimulus checks is here, but they may...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Mar 27, 20213 min read
Why Planning Ahead for Medicaid is Important
Why Planning Ahead for Medicaid is important: When should you do this and how much money can you have and still protect assets.
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Mar 25, 20212 min read
Why an Irrevocable Trust May Be Better than Gifting
Parents and other family members who want to pass on assets during their lifetimes may be tempted to gift the assets. Although setting...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Feb 24, 20215 min read
Trending Netflix Movie: “I Care a Lot” Highlights Need for Planning for Solo Seniors
"I Care a Lot" movie highlights need for solo seniors to plan in advance to protect themselves.
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Feb 11, 20211 min read
Scam Alert- Don't overpay for a copy of your deed
By Kathy McNair, Esq. Recently, I have had several clients contact me about a letter they received regarding the deed to their homes. ...
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Jan 11, 20212 min read
Who Should Purchase Long Term Care Insurance?
Buying long-term care insurance is one way to protect against the high cost of long-term care. However, this type of insurance may not be...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Nov 11, 20202 min read
Covid has made the decision for nursing home care heartbreaking
Over my 22 years practicing as an elder law attorney in the Boston area, this is the most heartbreaking time that I have ever witnessed...
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Nov 3, 20202 min read
Nursing Home Residents on Medicaid- Your Stimulus Check belongs to you
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning residents of long-term care facilities and their families that some facilities may...
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Oct 27, 20204 min read
4 Things to Consider Before Making a Substantial Gift in 2020
With the holidays approaching, you may be feeling generous. Giving a gift is a great way to show your appreciation toward your loved ones.
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Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Oct 16, 20203 min read
Helping Seniors Stay At Home: Community MassHealth
How Community MassHealth Programs help Seniors Stay at Home
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Kathy McNair, Esq.
Sep 15, 20204 min read
8 Tips for Having 'The Talk' with Elderly Parents
8 Tips for discussing Estate Planning with your parents
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Kathy McNair
Mar 31, 20202 min read
Staying Connected to Family Members in a Nursing Home When Visits are Banned
During the coronavirus pandemic it is important to stay connected to friends and loved ones in nursing homes where visits are likely banned.
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