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...
Dementia, which most commonly occurs in conjunction with Alzheimer’s Disease, can be a slow-progressing condition or can cause an almost immediate change in your life. A diagnosis of this magnitude can disrupt even the most comprehensive of retirement plans, and...
Elder law attorneys focus their practices specifically on creating comprehensive plans for seniors, disabled persons, and those concerned about asset protection. Although elder law attorneys do perform Estate Planning services, they also go beyond these basic services...
Federal law requires that all states have estate recovery laws in place, which permit states to recoup some or all of their Medicaid Long-Term Care and medical services expenditures by placing liens on the estate of the deceased Medicaid recipients. Traditionally,...
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