by Laurie Ohall | May 5, 2021 | Medicaid
Americans are living longer, and as such, more seniors are needing long-term care as they age, including nursing home care. The average time that a senior will spend in a nursing home is 30 months, and the costs range anywhere from $4,000 to $8,000 a month. As a...
by Laurie Ohall | Apr 28, 2021 | Elder Law, Medicaid
The complexities surrounding Medicaid eligibility requirements can make Medicaid planning a stressful, daunting process. You have to be aware of the strict asset and income limits you must maintain, as well as the penalties that can result in a loss of coverage or...
by Laurie Ohall | Dec 28, 2020 | Elder Law, Medicaid
Medicaid is one of the best benefit programs to provide health care and long-term care for the elderly; however, there are strict eligibility requirements that need to be met in order for a senior citizen in need to qualify for coverage. The sad truth is that many...
by Laurie Ohall | Oct 24, 2020 | Elder Law, Medicaid
Medicaid is a federal benefit program that can be used to help cover long-term care costs for senior citizens who need skilled care in their own homes or require a stay in a nursing home or skilled care facility. While Medicaid is a widely used program here in Florida...
by Laurie Ohall | Jun 18, 2013 | Elder Law, Long Term Care Planning, Medicaid
Medicaid: Transitioning from skilled nursing to assisted living If you have a loved one who is being cared for in a skilled nursing facility and is receiving Medicaid benefits, and that person no longer needs to be in skilled nursing (but cannot live on their own or...
by Laurie Ohall | May 16, 2013 | Elder Law, Medicaid
Beware “Medicaid Planners” who are not attorneys You should NEVER have an attorney tell you that they can guarantee your Medicaid application is approved. You should NEVER have an attorney tell you they are an “expert” in elder law or special needs...
