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Programs & benefits

The 2026 guide to Massachusetts programs that help seniors stay at home

2026-07-01 · 7 min read

A plain-English guide to the Massachusetts programs that help older adults age in place: councils on aging, Aging Services Access Points like AgeSpan, state home care, and where private help fits in.

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Safety

5 scams targeting Massachusetts seniors right now — and the tells that give them away

2026-06-15 · 6 min read

The grandparent scam, Medicare card fraud, tech-support pop-ups, package texts, and utility shutoff threats: how each one works, the tell that gives it away, and what to do instead.

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Tech Desk

New phone, new laptop, new TV: the family checklist for senior tech upgrades

2026-05-20 · 5 min read

A practical checklist for upgrading a senior's phone, computer, or TV without losing photos, passwords, or patience — from choosing the device to the two-week follow-up.

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