Maine Elder Law Firm

08/19/2026

Read how to plan ahead for peace of mind. It's not too early to educate yourself.

The planning discussed in this article is for married couples when one spouse needs long-term care now or is likely to need it within the next five years. “Long-term care” means care in a nursing home, residential care/assisted living setting, or in the couple’s own home. The goal is to protec...

07/31/2026

Virtual programs available through Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter. This one is available August 4 at 7pm. Check out https://education.alz.org/catalog to sign up for more virtual programs.

Memory loss may be an early symptom of Alzheimer's or other dementia. Learn 10 warning signs and what to do if you notice changes like losing memory.

07/30/2026

Does it sound too good to be true? It might be! Have you ever questioned a call or email? Comment below to share your story and help others.

Can you spot a "red flag" when it comes to fraud schemes? Listen for these "too-good-to-be-true" claims and if you hear them, hang up.

07/20/2026

🚨 Be careful with unexpected texts, calls, or emails asking for your medical information. These may be scams trying to steal your information.
🚨 Always check if the message is real by logging into your health insurance account through a link you trust or by contacting them directly.
🚨 Remember, Medicare and Social Security will never ask for your personal details like your Medicare number or Social Security number in unsolicited messages.

If you believe someone has stolen your medical information and is using it, contact your Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). SMPs empower and assist Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers in preventing, detecting, and reporting Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse.

07/20/2026

Before you make gifts, consider these rules.

If you or someone you love may need MaineCare long-term care benefits, one financial move can make a big impact: transferring assets. MaineCare (Maine’s Medicaid program) reviews transfers and gifts made during the five years prior to an application. If assets were given away or sold for less than...

07/04/2026

07/02/2026

We are closed today in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen with regular hours on Monday, July 6.

06/18/2026

Our office will be closedThursday, June 18th in observance of Juneteenth.

06/05/2026

Check out this article to get your questions answered.

Originally published in August 2020, the original version of this Voice® article was written by SNA member Emily Kile. The article was updated in 2026 with appreciation and gratitude for the original authors’ work, with revisions by Latisha Bernard Schuenemann. One of the most common questions at...

05/25/2026

Remembering and honoring all who served and sacrificed. ❤️🤍💙