It can be hard to watch your parents avoid conversations about their future. You may know they need an estate plan, but every time you bring it up, the topic gets brushed aside or met with silence. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many families face this challenge. The good news...

Caring for both young children and aging parents can stretch you thin. If you’re part of this “sandwich generation,” you’re managing doctor’s appointments, school drop-offs, bills, medications—and somehow still trying to plan for the future. It’s a lot. But there are steps you can take to make things more manageable, and...

When a loved one passes away, their absence often brings emotional challenges—and, unfortunately, disagreements among family members. Inheritance decisions can stir up long-standing tensions, confusion, or feelings of unfairness. While it’s natural for emotions to run high, unresolved conflict can damage family relationships for years to come.

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A strong estate plan gives you control over your future and protects the people you care about most. Without one, the court may decide who receives your assets and who manages your affairs if something happens to you. That process can be expensive, time-consuming, and stressful for loved ones. With the right...

Many people assume that when a spouse passes away without a will, the surviving partner automatically inherits everything. In Massachusetts, that’s not always the case. State law determines how assets are distributed when someone dies without a will, and a spouse’s share depends on whether there are children, parents, or other relatives...

As the managing partner of Surprenant, Beneski & Nunes, P.C., I've witnessed firsthand the profound impact that proactive healthcare planning has on individuals and their families. It's more than just legal paperwork; it's about ensuring your wishes are honored, maintaining control over your medical decisions, and ultimately, finding peace of mind.

At Careforth, we care for family caregivers. Every day, our team of trained nurses and care coaches connect with family caregivers to answer questions, provide guidance, and help make caregiving easier.
We have spent more than twenty years helping family caregivers confidently care for their loved ones at home. Through Careforth’s Adult Foster...

Pets bring joy, companionship, and unconditional love. They rely on us for food, shelter, and care, but many people don’t think about what would happen to their pets if they could no longer provide for them. Without a plan, a beloved pet could end up in a shelter or with someone unprepared...