Senior Resource Center, Inc.

05/26/2026

Pay $10 once and seniors can park at state parks and beaches for free forever. You can get a pass in-person at Nantasket on Wednesday, May 27.

05/12/2026

When it comes to MassHealth eligibility, real estate is often where families lose eligibility. But what actually matters isn’t just what you own — it’s what the property is doing.

In some cases, a simple shift in how a property is used can change how it’s treated entirely. Here’s how rental income can sometimes reshape the conversation around assets.

When someone starts thinking about applying for MassHealth, one of the first things we look at is what they have for assets. That is usually where real estate becomes an issue. If someone owns a second property, or even a home that is no longer their primary residence, MassHealth is generally going....

05/06/2026

When one spouse needs nursing home care, one of the most common fears is: “Am I going to lose all of our income?” It’s an understandable concern—but in Massachusetts, the answer is no.

When one spouse needs nursing home care, one of the first and most common concerns we hear is simple: “Am I going to lose all of our income?” It’s a fair question — and an understandably stressful one. The good news is that, in Massachusetts, the answer is no. The Good News: You Don’t Lose

04/28/2026

Are we overlooking something fundamental when it comes to aging and health decline? Read the full article by Holistic Health Coach Suzanne Falco below.

My first patient ever was a world-famous opera singer. She was in her late 80s, struggling with depression and significant weight loss. She was barely eating, and when she did, her choices were limited and lacking in nutrition. Her daughter lived overseas, and her son, understandably, wasn’t equip...

04/21/2026

Interested in a general presentation or CEU presentation with Nurse-Attorney Ron Kearns? Give us a call at (617)-472-6600.

04/07/2026

Attorney Falco recently read The Romans: A 2,000-Year History by Edward J. Watts, which explores what the Roman Empire can teach us about leadership, resilience, and adapting to change.

From Rome’s early beginnings to the fall of Constantinople, the book highlights how strong systems and flexibility helped sustain one of history’s longest-lasting civilizations.

Book Review: The Romans by Edward Watts Reviewed by Anthony Falco, Esq. My son Christian gave me this 625-page book, The Romans, by Edward Watts, as a Christmas gift. Ironically, the growth of Christianity and its impact on the rise and fall of the Roman Empire is a central theme. More ironically, w...

04/02/2026

Rising long-term care costs can quickly deplete a lifetime of savings. A state pooled trust allows eligible individuals to place assets into a managed account that Medicaid may not count toward eligibility.

This can help families qualify for coverage while preserving funds for approved expenses.

Read more about how pooled trusts work and how they can support long-term care planning.

When a loved one relies on government benefits such as MassHealth or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), families often worry about how savings or an unexpected inheritance might affect eligibility. In Massachusetts, these programs have strict financial limits, and even a modest amount of money can....

03/25/2026

When applying for long-term care coverage like Medicaid, timing matters. One key rule families often overlook is the five-year look-back period, which reviews asset transfers before applying for nursing home benefits.

Gifts, transfers, or sales during this time can affect eligibility and lead to penalties.

In this article, we explain how the rule works and what families can do to plan ahead and protect their assets.

When families begin planning for long-term care, one of the most important rules to understand is the five-year lookback period under MassHealth (Medicaid). Many people believe they can simply transfer assets to family members when nursing home care becomes necessary. However, MassHealth carefully r...

03/17/2026

When a loved one needs nursing home care, many families worry they’ll have to sell everything to qualify for Medicaid. In reality, certain assets—like a primary home, one vehicle, personal belongings, and burial funds—may be protected.

Understanding these exemptions and planning ahead can help families preserve what matters most.

Read the article to learn which assets may be exempt and what to know before applying for nursing home coverage.

When a loved one requires nursing home care, families often worry that all of their savings and property will need to be spent before help becomes available. Because the cost of long-term care can be significant, many families eventually rely on MassHealth (Medicaid) to help cover nursing home expen...

03/13/2026

David McCullough reminds us that history isn’t just a record of events—it’s the story of real people navigating uncertainty without knowing how things would turn out.

His book is a powerful reminder that history is messy, human, and deeply relevant to the stories we live today. Click below to read Anthony’s full book review 📖

Written by Hingham and Martha’s Vineyard’s own national treasure and historian David McCullough—also the author of the John Adams and Harry Truman biographies—History Matters is an insider’s work compiled by McCullough’s daughter, Dorie, and his longtime research assistant, Michael Hill....