It’s no secret that losing a loved one is hard. At Elder Law Group PLLC, we understand that our clients are going through a difficult time. We provide personalized and compassionate legal representation as we help you to navigate through the estate administration...
The Minimum Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance (MMMNA) is an amount of money a spouse in entitled to from the income of a spouse receiving Long-Term Medicaid benefits. Understanding How Medicaid Eligibility Is Determined The financial eligibility for Medicaid...
Medicaid is a state and federally funded medical assistance program that pays for medical services, including nursing home care. To be eligible for Medicaid Long-Term Care, you must have income and assets below specified standards. For married couples, the amount of...
There are strategies to protect assets while still obtaining vital Medicaid Long-Term Care benefits, but a living trust is not one of those strategies. Revocable Living Trust Definition A revocable living trust is a written agreement in which an individual, known as...
The notion that you cannot give anything away if you want to qualify for Medicaid is a myth; however, this is a complicated area of law. Before gifting away assets or making transfers of property, you may wish to consult with an experienced Elder Law Attorney....
Hospitals often play a role in helping patients find Long-Term Care service providers. Case managers or discharge planners will provide a list of Long-Term Care options to the patient before discharge. The hospital must disclose any financial interest it has in a...
It is never too late or too early to begin Medicaid Planning. If you are already living in a nursing home, assets may still be protected while obtaining Medicaid Long-Term Care benefits. Nursing home care is expensive. If you are managing these expenses through...
Our bodies will change as a normal part of the aging process. Age-related changes happen gradually over time. Sudden changes in your body or mental function may not be symptoms of "old age," but may signal a medical problem. Dr. Christopher Callahan, of The Center for...
Many new cutting-edge innovations are designed with the needs of older adults in mind. In an effort to design the best products, some companies are garnering feedback from residents in retirement communities and Long-Term Care facilities. Innovative Technologies...
State Veterans’ Homes provide shelter and medical care for our veterans. These homes are designed to offer a sense of belonging that is unique to veterans and to treat them with the dignity and respect they deserve. The new Washington State Walla Walla Veterans’ Home...
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