When 71-year-old Marian LeBlanc stood at the podium at the Massachusetts Statehouse and told her story, she hoped it would reach people who could bring about change – for herself and the growing number of others like her. The former teacher and grandmother joined...
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Ask Joan: Practical Steps to Create a Safer, More Organized Home
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q. I struggle with helping my parents keep their living space organized. What are some steps I can take to get them moving in the right direction? A. As people age, their homes often accumulate belongings, making it difficult to...
Ask Joan: What accessory dwelling units mean for older adults
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q. I read that Accessory Dwelling Units are now permitted by-right statewide in Massachusetts. How can older adults take advantage of this new law? A. Massachusetts’ new law permitting Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) by-right...