Why is long term care planning important?

The world of long-term care can be complicated and confusing. Caring for an elderly or incapacitated loved one may require petitioning for guardianship, finding appropriate care, and applying for Medicaid benefits.  Our team is here to assist our clients with all of their long-term care and elder law needs, including assisting our clients in protecting their assets if the need for long term nursing home care arises. 

How can we help?

• Advise you on various benefits and which may be best for your situation. ie: Medicaid, VA benefits, long term care insurance, private pay, etc
• Help individuals and their families navigate the complex eligibility rules and regulations associated with Medicaid.
• Provide guidance on the types of assets that may be exempt for Medicaid eligibility
• Possibly help restructure assets to meet eligibility requirements.
• Help you obtain the extensive amount of documentation required for a Medicaid application
• File the Medicaid application
• Represent and be an advocate for the applicant throughout the qualification process
• Confirm that any Medicaid approval is accurate.
• Give advice and assist with post-eligibility matters to be sure benefits are not discontinued or interrupted.
• Discuss options to protect assets from Medicaid estate recovery
• Assist with planning for long-term care needs, such as nursing home care.
• Prepare appropriate Financial Power of Attorney and health care documents
• Advise you about how and where to get the best care and communicate with those care providers