Considering the undeniable fact of our mortality, it is surprising how many people delay or overlook the importance of estate planning, including the drafting of wills and trusts. At Surprenant & Beneski, P.C., we know that the risks of dying without a will (intestate) or without a trust, compounded by...
Guest Blog: The Crucial Role of Mobility in Aging Gracefully at Home
As the golden years unfold, maintaining independence and a high quality of life becomes paramount for older adults. We all know that a financial plan is important after retirement, but we rarely consider a health plan. One of the key factors...
Understanding Competency in Massachusetts Estate Planning
Because estate planning decisions and documents are weighty and often life-altering, the competence of those making these decisions and signing these documents is central to the process. In other words, the law requires that the person signing a will, trust, durable power of attorney, or other estate planning document has the...
Can I Plan for Nursing Home Expenses in My Estate Plan?
As estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts, we understand that planning for the future involves addressing some challenging questions. One such question is how to manage the potentially high costs of nursing home care. It's a concern for many as they age, and rightfully so. In this blog, we'll delve into effective...
How to Talk to Your Family About Estate Planning During Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks for our loved ones and all that we have. It can also be a good time to start a conversation about estate planning. Estate planning is the process of creating a plan for how your assets will be distributed after you die. It also includes...
My Mom Has Dementia But Her Name Is Still on the Property Deed. How Can I Transfer the Deed Over to Me?
When dealing with a complex problem like the one this question raises, it is essential to have a trustworthy elder law attorney at your side. In Southeastern Massachusetts, contacting one of the skilled, compassionate elder law attorneys at Surprenant & Beneski, P.C. will provide you with the excellent the legal counsel you...
When the Signs of Aging Require Action
Preparing for aging is a complex and variable task, whether you are thinking of yourself, your spouse, your partner, or your parents. At Surprenant & Beneski, P.C., our elder care attorneys help clients in Southeastern Massachusetts take steps to make the changes that accompany aging easier to navigate.
Recognizing...Lifetime Planning for Solo Agers
Often, we say that estate planning is about thinking about your family, but what if you don’t have family? Solo agers are a demographic that, although unique, are not uncommon. More and more we are seeing a widow or a widower, divorced, never married or an only child who has no siblings...
Maplewood Senior Living: How To Help Parents Adjust to Single Senior Living After Death of a Spouse
The process of aging has many highs and many lows. One difficult aspect of aging for many is losing their loved ones, especially a spouse. Frequently, as couples age together, one spouse will end up providing care for the other, which can add complexity to grief and loss. Grief looks different for...
Free Event: Community Education & Luncheon
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Please join Surprenant & Beneski, as well as other community resources for this free educational panel and luncheon. Hosted by Wise Living, come see their exciting renovation of the Irish Village in South Yarmouth. Wise Living is creating a new option for...