Maine Elder Law Blog
Current Maine Elder Law & Estate Planning Articles
Stay informed with our regularly updated Maine Elder Law Blog. We cover essential topics to help you plan for the future and make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones.
Our articles explore:
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Medicare & MaineCare (Medicaid) – eligibility, planning tips, and updates
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Wellness & Healthy Aging – strategies for living your best life in retirement
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Caregiving & Memory Care – resources and support for family caregivers
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Financial & Legal Planning – wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and asset protection
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Long-Term Care Planning – options for home care, assisted living, and nursing homes
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Estate Planning News & Updates – changes in Maine laws that may affect your plan
Whether you are planning ahead, facing a crisis, or supporting aging parents, our blog provides practical guidance and trusted information.
Stay informed with our Maine Elder Law Blog. We share practical guidance to help you plan ahead and make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones.
Our articles cover:
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MaineCare & Medicare planning
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Wellness, healthy aging, and caregiving
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Wills, trusts, and asset protection
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Long-term care options and Maine law updates
Whether you’re planning ahead or facing a change, our blog offers clear, trusted information when you need it most.
New From the Aging In Maine Blog
New From the Aging In Maine Blog
Explore our latest articles covering legal, financial, and caregiving developments in Maine.
Estate Planning for Families with Children with Special Needs Children with special needs can live fulfilling and productive lives thanks to today’s advances in medicine, therapies, and assistive technology. The term “special needs” is often used as a softer alternative to “disability,” but both refer to four major categories of challenges: physical, developmental, sensory, and […]
Why Having a Will Is Essential — and What It Can’t Do A will is one of the most important legal documents you can create as part of a comprehensive estate plan. It is a legally binding directive that states who will receive your property after your death. Without a will — known as dying […]
Long-Distance Caregiving: How to Support Your Aging Parents from Afar The National Institute on Aging (NIA) defines long-distance caregiving as providing care for someone who lives an hour or more away. Today, millions of Americans find themselves in this situation — juggling jobs, families, and responsibilities while supporting an aging parent or loved one. According […]
Why You Need a Will Now More Than Ever Recent surveys continue to show that far too many Americans are unprepared when it comes to estate planning. A 2024 Caring.com Wills Survey found that fewer than one in three U.S. adults have a will or living trust in place. While that’s a slight improvement since […]
Jack Hanna’s Dementia Diagnosis: A Reminder to Plan Ahead Jack Hanna — beloved wildlife expert, author, TV personality, and producer known for his work on Animal Adventures, Voices for Wildlife, and Into the Wild — has stepped away from public life after being diagnosed with dementia, now believed to be Alzheimer’s disease. Fondly called “Jungle […]
COVID-19 Vaccination in 2025: What It Really Means for You As vaccination rates rise, many Americans wonder how “being vaccinated” changes daily life. The short answer: it helps significantly, but it doesn’t mean everything returns to pre-COVID norms overnight. What’s New in 2025: Policy Shifts & Vaccine Access As of August 27, 2025, the FDA […]
Why Giving Gifts Before Applying for Medicaid Can Be a Costly Mistake If you think a loved one may need Medicaid assistance in the near future, it’s important to avoid giving away money or assets. While generosity can bring joy, gift-giving can become very expensive when long-term care planning is involved. Understanding Medicaid and Eligibility […]
Plan Ahead — Don’t Wait for an Emergency “Plan ahead!” — it’s advice you’ve probably heard from your mother countless times. And if you’re honest, how many times have you wished you had listened? Thinking about accidents, illness, or long-term care needs isn’t easy. But waiting until a crisis hits can make an already stressful […]
Parkinson’s Awareness Month: Meet PAM Every April, the global Parkinson’s community unites to raise awareness, share knowledge, and support those affected by Parkinson’s disease (PD). Although treatment options exist, the cause of Parkinson’s remains largely unknown. This year, the Parkinson’s Foundation’s campaign theme is “Meet PAM.” PAM — short for Parkinson’s Awareness Month — is […]
Contesting a Will: What You Need to Know When a loved one passes away with a will, that document determines who will receive their property and names the executor—the person responsible for managing the estate. However, wills don’t always satisfy everyone. Beneficiaries may feel disappointed with what they did or didn’t inherit, and sometimes family […]
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