When our elder law care team meets with clients, our clients often confuse the words “Medicare,” “Medicaid,” and “MassHealth.” Understanding the differences between government programs can be confusing. When it’s time for a loved one to receive medical care in a nursing home, many families are left wondering which government program...
Medicaid Crisis Planning in Southeastern Massachusetts
The coronavirus pandemic has taught us that change can strike at any moment, often without warning. One medical emergency or illness can suddenly change everything. What happens when someone is suddenly in need of long-term nursing care? Many Southeastern Massachusetts families need to find long-term care for their loved ones on short...
Is it Time for Your Estate Plan Check up
It is always smart to review your estate plan periodically to ensure that it will work as you intend when you need it. As we hunker down during the COVID-19 crisis, now is a good time for such a review.
Here are six tips to make sure your estate plan is in...
Important Covid-19 Updates Related to Medicare
As you know, seniors, especially those with underlying health conditions, are most at risk for serious illness resulting from exposure to COVID19. In response to this health care crisis caused by the pandemic, Medicare has stepped up to help those who need it most by waiving certain requirements for skilled nursing facility care. This is BIG. Generally,...
Why it is important to work with a Specialist for your Estate Planning Needs
Michelle Beneski, Managing Partner at Surprenant & Beneski, PC, CELA, LLM Taxation
As many of you know, my brother Dan, who is also my partner here at the firm, recently had a heart attack which was followed by a quadruple bypass. We were all greatly comforted knowing that he was in...