Wakefield Council on Aging - Asset Protection

This was a Wakefield Council on Aging meeting held on August 25, 2026, focused on elder law and asset protection presented by Patrick Curley, a certified elder law attorney. The discussion centered on estate planning tools such as durable powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, living wills, and trusts (revocable and irrevocable) to protect assets and ensure proper management of finances and healthcare decisions as individuals age. The presentation covered the impact of Massachusetts and federal laws, including Medicaid (MassHealth) rules like the five-year look-back period and estate tax thresholds. While no direct procurement or contracting actions were discussed, the meeting provided valuable legal education relevant to elder care and asset protection planning for the community.