In order to qualify for Medicaid assistance for nursing home care, assisted living, in-home care, or adult foster care, an individual must meet certain income and asset criteria. As a result of these rules, many candidates give away their money and resources to qualify. However, there is a “look-back period” before the individual’s application acceptance, […]
Federal and state Medicaid programs provide comprehensive health coverage and financial protection to millions of Americans. The program helps low-income families, individuals, and people with disabilities receive adequate health care and provides nursing home or community long-term care services. As of August 2022, more than 90.5 million individuals were part of the Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance […]
Think twice if you believe you will not be able to qualify for Medicaid benefits because of your income or assets. If you currently demonstrate the need for nursing home facility services, you may meet health eligibility rules for a Medicaid waiver program to support the costs of in-home care instead. Each state has a […]
Rent in assisted living facilities can range from $2,000 to $5,000 per month. Depending on what type of care your loved one needs, assisted living can be the most affordable solution when compared to a nursing home ($5,000 to $10,000 or more per month) or long-term in-home care. If closely monitored medical supervision is not […]
An elder law attorney can benefit you if you have concerns about the health and financial well-being of a loved one in the future or if you have concerns about your own aging parents. Elder law is a highly specialized area of law focusing on the legal needs of older adults encompassing more significant issues […]
As the baby boomer generation ages and international migration continues, the US senior citizen population is growing rapidly. Although the US average life expectancy has seen a slight three-year decline, many Americans, men, and women live well into their 80s, 90s, and beyond. An elder law attorney works with seniors, taking a holistic approach to […]
A new set of guidelines for nursing home visits has been published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It is now possible to have visitation with nursing home residents for reasons other than urgent end-of-life scenarios and, in some instances, may include physical touch. Additionally, communal activities and dining are permissible as […]