For many of us, the time will come when we have no choice but to seek extra attention and care for our spouse. Is it time to consider moving your spouse to a nursing home? This can be a difficult decision as there are many things that you want to protect your spouse...
Benefit programs like Medicaid often include strict requirements and rules. To qualify for Medicaid, for example, an applicant must show a financial need by staying below Medicaid’s income and resource limits. However, some people need Medicaid benefits but exceed the...
It’s true. There’s no place like home, especially for people who have lived in a family home for years. Louisa, for example, created many happy memories in the house she had shared with her husband and three children. However, there came a time when Louisa’s health...
Social distancing and restrictions on entering skilled nursing facilities continue to be in place across the nation. We know, as elder law attorneys, this can make it more challenging to be able to interact with your loved ones who may currently reside inside of them....
Tom knew his dad, Frank, was having a little trouble taking care of himself at home. He dreaded the idea of putting his father in a nursing home, even though he knew of several wonderful homes nearby. Frank wanted to remain independent at home for as long as possible....
According to LongTermCare.gov, almost 70% of people who are 65 years of age at this time will need long-term care at some point in their lives. Such care is expensive and could deplete a lifetime of savings in just a few years. People may be able to both pay for their...
