An Epidemic: Substance Abuse a Growing Problem Among Seniors
More and more seniors are facing a substance use disorder problem that in large part has remained silent.
On Medicare? What You’ll Pay for Now That the PHE Has Ended
The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency offically ended in May 2023. Certain policies that were implemented in early 2020 during the PHE will now expire.
Some States Testing Out Medicaid Coverage for Healthy Food
Under a federal pilot program, a number of states are using Medicaid funds to cover healthy food costs for Medicaid recipients.
Do You Need a Trust?: Estate Planning Q&A
Trusts are legal arrangements used in estate planning, alongside wills and advance directives.
Is “Aging in Place” Right for Me?
For those who wish to maintain their independence and continue living at home as they grow older, taking certain steps to protect their physical, mental, and financial welfare is essential.
Will Robotics and AI Be the Future of Elder Care?
Innovations in robotics and artificial intelligence may have the potential to provide support on this front, allowing seniors to continue living at home as they age.
Why You Should Designate Beneficiaries
A crucial, yet often overlooked, component of estate planning is reviewing assets, such as 401(k)s, pensions, and savings accounts, and ensuring you have listed a beneficiary for each of these.
Amy Stratton & Kristen Prull Moonan Honored by RI Monthly Excellence in Law
Congratulations to MSW partners Amy Stratton and Kristen Prull Moonan (pictured here left to right) who were again honored with the Professional Excellence in Law award by Rhode Island Monthly. They were recognized in the area of Wills, Estates & Trusts for the fifth year in a row. Honorees were nominated and chosen by their…
What Does Having Power of Attorney With Dual Agents Mean?
Many power of attorney forms allow for a variety of options in designating who may act as your agent. Depending on the rules of your state, this can be one person or more than one person.
What Is Hospice Care at Home?
Hospice care is a type of health care that patients with terminally ill conditions rely on at the end of their lives.