Many lawyers in the Pioneer Valley are general practitioners. Only a few devote a significant part of their practice elder law and even less work exclusively in it.
Why You Should Use an Elder Law Specialist
Articles by Atty Hooker
Life Becomes More Complicated, a column authored by Attorney Michael Hooker is a wealth of information. He covers everything from living wills to nursing home costs. We are happy to provide copies of his articles here.
Elder Law Gems
If you only have time to read just one of my columns in your life and you want the impossible, (which is to learn everything in elder law in one brief sitting) here are some succinct gems:
Assisted Living Facilities
Americans are living longer as a result of better health care, medicine, technology and nutrition. Meanwhile society is becoming increasingly global. In the past, children often stayed on the farm or nearby as their parents aged.
Transferring the House
Many clients ask me, "Why can't I transfer my real estate (house) to my children? Ijust read in the paper that my neighbor did it for a dollar." The short answer is "yes, you can transfer to your children for a dollar." However, such a step should not be taken lightly, given that the house is often the elder's most significant asset.