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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.

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...

Nov 3, 20202 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.

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Oct 27, 20204 min read

Helping Seniors Stay At Home: Community MassHealth

How Community MassHealth Programs help Seniors Stay at Home

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Oct 16, 20203 min read

8 Tips for Having 'The Talk' with Elderly Parents

8 Tips for discussing Estate Planning with your parents

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Sep 15, 20204 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.

Kathy McNair

Mar 31, 20202 min read

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...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Mar 18, 20202 min read

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....

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Mar 9, 20203 min read

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...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Feb 10, 20203 min read

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...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Jan 22, 20205 min read

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

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Jul 30, 20193 min read

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...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Mar 6, 20192 min read

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...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Nov 29, 20182 min read

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...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Nov 8, 20182 min read

Three Reasons Why Giving Your House to Your Children Isn't the Best Way to Protect It From Medicaid

You may be afraid of losing your home if you have to enter a nursing home and apply for Medicaid. While this fear is well-founded,...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Nov 8, 20183 min read

GOP Tax Plan Could Deal Blow to Seniors Paying for Long Term Care

The tax plan put forward by the Republican-led House of Representatives would eliminate many current deductions, and getting rid of one...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Nov 9, 20172 min read

Be Aware of the Kiddie Tax Before Leaving an IRA to Children

Grandparents may be tempted to leave an IRA to a grandchild because children have a low tax rate, but the "kiddie tax" could make doing...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Oct 17, 20172 min read

Why you should use a lawyer for Medicaid/MassHealth Planning

Many seniors and their families don't use a lawyer to plan for long-term care or Medicaid/ MassHealth, often because they're afraid of...

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Sep 6, 20173 min read

The Use of Immediate Annuities in Medicaid Planning for Married Couples

In Massachusetts, immediate annuities are often used to protect the spouse of a nursing home resident who applies for MassHealth. ...

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Jun 23, 20174 min read

Four things that are often forgotten in wills and estate plans

Even if you've written an estate plan, are you sure you included everything you need to? There are certain things that people often...

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Mar 30, 20173 min read

When you want to leave your home to your children: What are the consequences of Joint Tenancy v. Rev

When leaving a home to your children, you can avoid probate by using either joint ownership or a revocable trust, but which is the better...

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Mar 3, 20173 min read