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MassHealth Caretaker Child Exception: Qualifying Rules
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Massachusetts Medicaid Estate Recovery: What Families Need to Know
Schedule a consultation to learn about Massachusetts Medicaid estate recovery rules and how to protect your family home and savings from state claims.
MassHealth Estate Recovery Massachusetts: Can the State Recover From Your Estate?
Schedule a consultation to learn how MassHealth estate recovery rules affect your assets in Massachusetts. Discover exempt assets and planning strategies.
Irrevocable Medicaid Asset Protection Trust Massachusetts
Schedule guidance on an irrevocable Medicaid asset protection trust Massachusetts families may consider for MassHealth timing, benefits, and tradeoffs.
Massachusetts Medicaid Look-Back Period Guide
Schedule an appointment to review the Massachusetts Medicaid look-back period. Asset transfers, timing, and long-term care planning.
MassHealth 5-Year Lookback in Massachusetts
Learn how the MassHealth 5-year lookback works, common transfer mistakes, and when Massachusetts families should seek elder law guidance.
What Happens If I Need Nursing Home Care?
Long-term care costs are one of the biggest financial concerns for families across Massachusetts, from Sudbury to Worcester and throughout the Pioneer Valley. Many people assume Medicare will cover nursing home care. In reality, Medicare coverage is limited and typically short-term. Without planning, families may face: Rapid depletion of savings Forced sale… Read More »
How Does the Medicaid Look-Back Period Work in Massachusetts and Vermont?
If you or a loved one may need nursing home care or long-term care in the future, you’ve likely heard about the Medicaid look-back period — and you may also have heard how confusing and intimidating it can be. The look-back period is one of the most misunderstood parts of elder law, yet it… Read More »
What Is the Cost of Setting Up an Estate Plan in Massachusetts or Vermont?
When families in Eastern Massachusetts, Central Massachusetts, or the Pioneer Valley start thinking about estate planning, one of the first questions they ask is, “How much will this cost?” Pricing varies by firm and complexity, but working with a Massachusetts estate planning attorney ensures your plan is legally sound and tailored to your specific needs. Typical… Read More »
How Do I Protect My Home from Nursing-Home Costs in Massachusetts or Vermont?
The Growing Concern: Long-Term Care Costs Long-term care costs in Massachusetts and Vermont can exceed $12,000 per month. Homeowners in Longmeadow, East Longmeadow, and Tolland frequently ask how to preserve their homes without disqualifying themselves from Medicaid. Medicaid’s Look-Back Rule MassHealth (Massachusetts Medicaid) and Vermont Medicaid both have a five-year look-back period. If you give… Read More »