Special needs trusts are designed to provide funds to improve the quality of life for a disabled person while still protecting his or her eligibility for public benefits such as MassHealth and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Funds in a special needs trust can be used for a wide range of goods and...
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Join Us for an Evening of Q&A on Aging in Place
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Estate Planning for Families with Accessory Dwelling Units
Last time I discussed how a new law has simplified the creation of accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and how ADUs can help elders and people with disabilities live at home for as long as possible. I am so excited about the possibilities this opens for elders and disabled persons...
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What’s So Special About a Special Needs Trust?
If you have a child with special needs, you’re undoubtedly concerned about how your loved one will be cared for when you are no longer able to provide adequate care yourself. A special needs trust may provide an answer… and some much-needed peace of mind.A special needs trust allows you to provide...
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Lunch & Learn! Elder Law 101: Protecting Your Assets
On Tuesday, March 28, I’ll be making a presentation at The Allerton House at Harbor Park. I’ll be joined by Christine Lappas, Allerton House Sales Director.
Join us for lunch at 11:30 a.m. followed by an informative presentation at 12:00 to learn more about:
Health Care Proxy
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Preserving Family Harmony: Who Should Administer Your Loved One’s Special Needs Trust?
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.
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“Live Well, Age Well” Education Series with Norwell Senior Center
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...
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Will Stimulus Payments Disrupt My Public Benefits?
Will Stimulus Payments Disrupt My Public Benefits?
If you are on public benefits and receiving a stimulus payment, then you are probably concerned about how the payment will affect your public benefits (ex. MassHealth or SSI). In short, it will not.
Stimulus payments are not considered “income.” They are also not considered “assets” UNLESS you are...
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South Shore ARC Autism Resource Center – At Last
As knowledge about autism has grown, along with medical and public benefits for autism, families have been struggling to create and navigate the safety net system all at once.
Now there is a group to turn to, a place to find answers and to share your own lessons learned with other families. Visit the South...
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Open Your Home and Grow Your Family
The South Shore ARC is looking for families who would like to host under the Shared Living program. This is a state program that matches up adults with developmental disabilities with "host families."
If you would like to open your home and your heart, please visit the ARC's Shared Living page....