Surprenant, Beneski & Nunes P.C.

Surprenant, Beneski & Nunes P.C. Estate Planning & Elder Law Firm with offices in New Bedford, Hyannis, Easton & Plymouth. Firm celebrates 10 years at 35 Arnold Street, New Bedford.

Offices in Hyannis and Easton also.

06/18/2026

Medicare vs. Medicaid vs. MassHealth Explained

Medicare provides health coverage for seniors and certain disabilities, while Medicaid (MassHealth in Massachusetts) is income-based and can cover long-term care services.

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06/16/2026

Medicare vs. Medicaid: What’s the Real Difference?

Many people think Medicare covers everything, but that’s not the case. Medicare helps with doctor visits and hospital stays, while Medicaid covers long-term care. Understanding the difference is key when planning for future care needs.

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Erin Nunes says Medicaid planning is not about panic. It is about making smart decisions before a crisis takes control o...
06/15/2026

Erin Nunes says Medicaid planning is not about panic. It is about making smart decisions before a crisis takes control of the future.

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06/14/2026

How Trusts Help Treat All Children Equally in Blended Families

Erin L. Nunes explains how estate planning can be especially important in blended families. When a married couple has children from both sides, a will may not always include stepchildren unless they are specifically named. A trust, however, offers more flexibility and allows those children to be included and treated equally as biological children within the plan. This gives families control over how their assets are distributed and helps ensure that all children are considered the way they intend, while also keeping the details private compared to a will filed in probate court.

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06/13/2026

Using a Pour Over Will

Erin L. Nunes explains that when the goal is to avoid probate, both a will and a trust should be used together. A pour over will works alongside a trust by capturing any assets that were not placed into the trust during a person’s lifetime. This can include forgotten accounts, old insurance policies, or even assets from a legal claim after passing. The will directs these assets to “pour over” into the trust so they can be managed together under the same set of rules. This helps keep everything organized and aligned with the person’s original plan for their beneficiaries.

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Come join our dynamic duo of Christa and Karen at Coastline’s Celebration of Seniors! There’s lots of goodies and good i...
06/12/2026

Come join our dynamic duo of Christa and Karen at Coastline’s Celebration of Seniors! There’s lots of goodies and good information to be had by all!!

Nothing beats having the team together!!We are very excited to welcome one of our newest team members, Jordan (far left)...
06/11/2026

Nothing beats having the team together!!

We are very excited to welcome one of our newest team members, Jordan (far left) and we also enjoyed a surprise visit from one of our remote team members, Rebecca (middle), who stopped by to say "Hello!" While technology keeps us connected every day, there’s something special about sharing smiles, stories, and time together in person.

We’re grateful for the incredible people who make our team so strong—whether they’re working down the hall or from home. 💙

06/11/2026

How a Pour Over Will Works with a Trust

Erin L. Nunes explains that when the goal is to avoid probate, both a will and a trust are often used together. A special type of will, called a pour over will, helps make sure any assets not placed into the trust during a person’s lifetime are still handled properly. This can include forgotten accounts, old insurance policies, or assets received later. The pour over will directs those assets into the trust so they can be managed and distributed under the trust’s rules. This helps keep everything organized and ensures all assets follow the same plan for beneficiaries.

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06/09/2026

Who Manages a Trust

Erin L. Nunes explains that when beneficiaries are not able to manage a trust, the responsibility can be handled by a trusted family member, such as a sibling or close friend. In some cases, a professional trustee may be a better choice, especially when the estate is larger or the needs are more complex. A professional trustee can manage investments, help grow the inheritance, and follow the rules tied to things like needs based benefits. This helps reduce the risk of mistakes and ensures the trust is handled properly based on the family’s goals.

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These peonies understood the assignment! Pictured here is our Client Service Specialist, Melissa, with these pretty-in-...
06/08/2026

These peonies understood the assignment! Pictured here is our Client Service Specialist, Melissa, with these pretty-in-pink peonies that she put in our New Bedford office. These blooms showed up, stole the show and made this beautiful Monday even prettier! Enjoy the day, everyone!🌸❤

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35 Arnold Street
New Bedford, MA
02740

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+15089945200

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