Westport ElderLaw: 10 Estate Planning Must-Haves
Whether you have considerable assets earned over a lifetime of work and investments, are just beginning your career, or if you have children or not, everyone should have an estate plan in place. In Westport, Massachusetts, Patricia Bloom-McDonald has been handling Westport estate planning for her clients, regardless of their age...
Elder Law Trends in Rehoboth
Elder law is a growing practice and encompasses numerous other legal disciplines given the unique needs of an aging population. The baby boom generation that arose after World War II, ranging from the years 1946 to 1964, is the largest demographic group in the US. In 2011, the first boomers reached...
Dealing with Bills after Death
Whether you’re expecting the death of your loved one or not, your grief is going to be your main concern. The financial stress of dealing with the deceased person’s outstanding bills is something you shouldn’t have to worry about.
A really big aspect of elder law is...
Benefits of Pets for the Elderly
There are many ways that pets can enrich the lives of their owners. The benefits to our physical and mental health are sometimes overlooked though. A popular trend in senior health news, in particular, is that pets can greatly improve senior health, sometimes being the determining factor in how long a...
3 Things to Consider Before Retiring Abroad
There are many reasons to retire abroad – experiencing a new country, culture, and way of life being the best of them. However, before you hop onto your plane, you need to be sure that it is what you want and that...
5 TIPS TO HELP PAY YOUR PARENTS BILLS
One sad but nearly inevitable fact of life is that our parents do become elderly and at some point may need assistance in managing their affairs. When they retire, hopefully they will have savings or a retirement plan, but many do not. If you or they decide that assisted living is...