Estate Planning

As the year wraps up, most people are thinking about holidays, taxes, and plans for the new year. But there’s one more item that deserves a spot on your year-end checklist: reviewing your Will, Powers of Attorney, and healthcare documents. In Maine, where families are often spread across different towns—and sometimes different states—keeping your estate

December is the perfect time to slow down, gather with family, and prepare for a fresh start in the new year. It’s also one of the most important times to update your estate plan—especially for Maine families navigating rising costs of care, changing assets, and MaineCare eligibility rules. Whether you already have a Will and basic

🌻 Helpful Thanksgiving Tips for Families Caring for Someone with Dementia or Alzheimer’s 1. Keep the Day Simple Large gatherings, loud conversations, and long events can be overwhelming. Try shorter visits, small groups, or quiet moments away from the crowd. 2. Maintain a Familiar Routine Stick to regular meal times, medications, and rest periods. A

Thanksgiving in Maine is a time for warm kitchens, familiar faces, and the simple comfort of being together. It’s also a rare moment when multiple generations are under the same roof — making it one of the best opportunities to have gentle, meaningful conversations about future planning. These discussions don’t have to be heavy or

Looking Ahead: MaineCare and the 5-Year Lookback As families gather this holiday season, many Maine households find themselves thinking about the future — especially when a parent’s health is changing or caregiving needs are increasing. One of the most important (and most misunderstood) parts of long-term care planning in Maine is the MaineCare 5-year lookback