Announcing our Newest (Very Tiny) Associate

Posted on January 14, 2022

Welcome to our newest associate, Isabelle June Doyle, born on December 25th at 11:05 p.m. Proud (and tired!) mom is Elizabeth. Until Isabelle is old enough to master her own voicemail and email, Doreen will be taking her messages for her. We look forward to having Isabelle in the corner office (and Elizabeth...

Happy Holidays!

Posted on December 23, 2021

Several years ago, we decided that instead of sending out holiday cards, we would make a donation. We continue to do that, and again we made our donation to the Friendship Home. We did so on Giving Tuesday, when it was matched by an anonymous big-hearted donor! Wishing you...

Think Twice (or Three Times) Before Giving Adult Children an “Advance” on Their Inheritance

Posted on December 10, 2021

Perhaps you have considered giving money to your adult children sooner rather than later, maybe as an “advance” on their inheritance. After all, it would certainly be nice to see and experience how your financial assistance helps them pursue their dreams and achieve their goals. However, before acting on your generous inclinations,...

Another Strategy to Pay for Home Care Besides MassHealth: Reverse Mortgages

Posted on December 1, 2021

As I’ve mentioned in previous newsletters, one of my primary goals as an elder law attorney is to help elders reside in their own homes for as long as possible. MassHealth is one such option. Now I’d like to discuss a private-pay strategy: reverse mortgages. A...

What the Heck is Assisted Living Anyway?

Posted on November 19, 2021

While the vast majority of elders want to reside at home for as long as possible, many folks eventually require a level of care that makes living at home impossible, even with home care services like those I mentioned in my last newsletter. Does this mean a move to...

Yes, MassHealth Will Pay for Home Care

Posted on November 2, 2021

One of the most satisfying aspects of being an elder law attorney is helping elders reside in their own homes for as long as possible. In the coming months, I’ll be using my newsletter and blog to explain a range of options available to pay for home care. Let’s begin with one...

Preserving Family Harmony: Who Should Administer Your Loved One’s Special Needs Trust?

Posted on October 8, 2021

If you have a loved one with special needs, you know the importance of protecting his or her eligibility for essential government benefits like MassHealth and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). You also know that these benefits alone are not enough to give your loved one the highest possible quality of life.

Thank you for supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Posted on October 1, 2021

Thank you so much for your donation to my Walk to End Alzheimer’s® fundraising efforts! Your generosity will help the Alzheimer’s Association® provide care and support to all those facing Alzheimer’s and all other dementia, and advance critical research. Your gifts helped me exceed my goal. We raised $545...

“Live Well, Age Well” Education Series with Norwell Senior Center

Posted on September 24, 2021

Live Well, Age WellEducation Series with Norwell Council on Aging None of us can escape aging, but the choices we make throughout life can influence how well we live as we age. The Norwell Council on Aging is excited to begin the “Live Well, Age Well” initiative, offering a...

Please join me in supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Posted on August 30, 2021

I’ll be walking in beautiful Nelson Memorial Park on Saturday, September 25. I’m walking for my grandmother, my clients, and for all of us who will be there someday. I’m walking to help reclaim the future for millions. By participating in the 2021 Alzheimer’s...