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Medicaid Recipients Have a Little More Time to Spend Stimulus Money

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Apr 14
2 min

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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Why Planning Ahead for Medicaid is Important

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Mar 27
3 min

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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Why an Irrevocable Trust May Be Better than Gifting

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Mar 25
2 min

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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Trending Netflix Movie: “I Care a Lot” Highlights Need for Planning for Solo Seniors

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Feb 24
5 min

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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Scam Alert- Don't overpay for a copy of your deed

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Feb 11
1 min

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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Who Should Purchase Long Term Care Insurance?

Jan 11
2 min

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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Covid has made the decision for nursing home care heartbreaking

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Nov 11, 2020
2 min

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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Nursing Home Residents on Medicaid- Your Stimulus Check belongs to you

Nov 3, 2020
2 min

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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4 Things to Consider Before Making a Substantial Gift in 2020

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Oct 27, 2020
4 min

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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Helping Seniors Stay At Home: Community MassHealth

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Oct 16, 2020
3 min

Helping Seniors Stay At Home: Community MassHealth

How Community MassHealth Programs help Seniors Stay at Home

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8 Tips for Having 'The Talk' with Elderly Parents

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Sep 15, 2020
4 min

8 Tips for Having 'The Talk' with Elderly Parents

8 Tips for discussing Estate Planning with your parents

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Staying Connected to Family Members in a Nursing Home When Visits are Banned

Mar 31, 2020
2 min

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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Temporary Change to Medicare Rules for Nursing Homes makes admission easier

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Mar 18, 2020
2 min

Temporary Change to Medicare Rules for Nursing Homes makes admission easier

Due to the Coronavirus, the Trump Administration implemented a change to the rules related to Medicare coverage for short term stays at...

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What to look for in a Pre-Paid Funeral

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Mar 9, 2020
3 min

What to look for in a Pre-Paid Funeral

Prepaying for your funeral is one way to ease the burden on your family following your death and make sure your wishes are carried out....

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Protecting Assets When Your Spouse Needs Nursing Home Care in 2020

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Feb 10, 2020
3 min

Protecting Assets When Your Spouse Needs Nursing Home Care in 2020

When your spouse needs nursing home care, it can be a very stressful and emotional time. You should not have to worry that you will lose...

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Planning for Aging Alone: 4 Tips for Solo Seniors

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Jan 22, 2020
5 min

Planning for Aging Alone: 4 Tips for Solo Seniors

January 22, 2020 Kathy L. McNair, Esq. As a Boston area Elder Law Attorney, practicing for over twenty years, I have met quite a few...

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What Is the Difference Between a Health Care Proxy, Advanced Directives, and a Do-Not-Resuscitate Or

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Jul 30, 2019
3 min

What Is the Difference Between a Health Care Proxy, Advanced Directives, and a Do-Not-Resuscitate Or

Health Care Proxy, Advanced Directive, DNR, Living Will...what does this mean? When and why would you need these documents. Life is unpred

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Medicaid Home Care: Helping You Remain in Your Own Home

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Mar 6, 2019
2 min

Medicaid Home Care: Helping You Remain in Your Own Home

Traditionally, Medicaid has paid for long-term care in a nursing home, but because most individuals would rather be cared for at home and...

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IRS Issues Long-Term Care Premium Deductibility Limits for 2019

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Nov 29, 2018
2 min

IRS Issues Long-Term Care Premium Deductibility Limits for 2019

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is increasing the amount taxpayers can deduct from their 2019 income as a result of buying long-term...

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Signs to look for this holiday season that your aging loved one needs help.

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Nov 8, 2018
2 min

Signs to look for this holiday season that your aging loved one needs help.

One of the greatest blessings of the holiday season is gathering with friends and loved ones that we don't normally see throughout the...

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