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....
Giving Away Assets to Qualify for Medicaid Giving away assets to qualify for Medicaid is a strategy that many people use when they are concerned that they might be going into a nursing home because they think it will help them qualify for Medicaid more quickly....
One of the most frequently asked questions I get as an Elder Law attorney is “Will the Government Pay for My Nursing Home Expenses?” There are government programs that will pay or help pay for long term nursing home care but Medicare is not one of them. ...
Frank and Delia were getting older, as most people do. Their life together had included raising three children and providing support for their parents before they passed away. Because of how much care their parents needed at the end of their lives, Frank and Delia...
Hearing a doctor say that your loved one needs skilled nursing care, 24/7, can be a real shock. Chances are, you have not given much thought to planning for long-term care. If you have just learned that your dad or mom needs 24/7 care – or think this may happen in the...
