Life is full of surprises and, unfortunately, not all of them are pleasant. Health emergencies are among the most jarring and life-altering things that can happen to you and your family. An unexpected medical event can change just about every aspect of your life, from...
Medicaid is a federal program administered by the states that helps individuals who meet certain asset criteria pay for long-term care costs. Because Medicaid is a means-tested program, certain financial conditions must be met to qualify, which means that it is...
As our parents and loved ones grow older, they become the target of scammers and con artists across the globe. This is especially scary if your parents have developed dementia, Alzheimer’s, or another form of mental incapacitation. Knowing how to care for someone with...
If your spouse needs nursing home care, we hope that you’ve prepared by taking out a long-term care insurance policy or ensuring Medicaid eligibility well in advance of needing it. The question of how to pay for long-term care is generally the first issue that arises...
Medicaid is a government-administered health insurance program that provides coverage to low-income Americans during all stages of life, from birth to age 65+. Given the massive breadth of this program, it should not come as a shock that it’s an incredibly complex...
Medicaid is an excellent resource that helps cover the costs of long-term care for those who are eligible. However, applying for Medicaid and being eligible can be a difficult process. After you apply for Medicaid, there is a 60-month look-back period where your...
