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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...
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Dec 27, 20214 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...
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Oct 19, 20213 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.
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Sep 29, 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...
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Apr 14, 20212 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.
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Mar 27, 20213 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...
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Mar 25, 20212 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.
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Feb 24, 20215 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. ...
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Feb 11, 20211 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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Jan 11, 20212 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...
Kathy L. McNair, Esq.
Nov 11, 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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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
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