This interview is titled, “Growing Old Is Not For Sissies,” it is hosted by Barbara Lennon of “Home To Stay” Senior Home Care. The video includes an indepth discussion with Attorney Daniel Surprenant on topics which include asset protection for seniors, issues of mental capacity, durable power of attorney versus health care proxy, and guardianship versus conservatorship. Also, [...]
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Growing Old Is Not For Sissies
Monday, January 30th, 20122011 Nursing Home care costs
Wednesday, January 4th, 2012According to the recent “2011 Market Survey of Long Term Care Costs” by Met Life, the national average nursing home cost rose to $239 a day in 2011. Unfortunately, Massachusetts average daily nursing home rate is approximately $100 higher at $327 per day! This equals to over $119,000 a year! I have always known that [...]
A Common Mistake that Almost Lost the Family Home!
Friday, December 23rd, 2011A Daughter came to see me after MassHealth denied her mom benefits because mom had more than $2,000 in countable assets. It was clear from the denial notice that mom’s house was being counted as an asset. The house was in a 1992 irrevocable trust. Daughter told me that she thought this was all taken [...]
Why Does Elder Abuse Happen and What Can We Do To Prevent It?
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010This week’s ezine features Part 2 of the article, “Elder Abuse and Neglect: In Search of Solutions”. This week focuses on why elder abuse happens and what we can do to prevent it. A copy of the ezine is included below. Our “Recipe of the Week” is for Fiesta Rice Salad. If you’d like a printable copy of the recipe or to [...]
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Tuesday, June 15th, 2010Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. This week our article focuses on what elder abuse is. Next week we will focus on why elder abuse happens and what we can do to prevent it. A copy of the ezine is included below. Our “Recipe of the Week” is for Lemon Icebox Pie. A quick and easy recipe for a refreshing summer treat. [...]
Profile of Older Americans
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010America is changing and the latest information is very interesting. The sixty five and older population will be over 40 million this year. The 85+ age group is expected to grow to 5.7 million people this year from 4.2 million in 2000. Our ezine the Family Wealth Report gives you this information and more. If [...]
10 Common Mistakes, part 3
Tuesday, September 1st, 2009In the October 1, 2008 show, Attorneys Michelle Beneski, Daniel Surprenant, and Robert Surprenant review the top 10 mistakes that people make when protecting their assets. Part 3
10 Common Mistakes, Part 2
Tuesday, September 1st, 2009In the October 1, 2008 show, Attorneys Michelle Beneski, Daniel Surprenant, and Robert Surprenant review the top 10 mistakes that people make when protecting their assets. Part 2
Planning Your Future 4-15-09, Part 3
Monday, August 3rd, 2009Attorney Robert Surprenant discusses Estate planning and Medicaid Planning. Part 3
Planning Your Future 4-15-09, Part 2
Monday, August 3rd, 2009Attorney Robert Surprenant discusses Estate planning and Medicaid Planning. Part 2