VA Nursing Care Benefits, Nursing Care and In Home Care
The VA benefits program encompasses a wide network of opportunities. Benefits may be available for those who have served as active-duty military service members and been given official discharge status as well as members that are actively serving. In addition, benefits can vary from state to state. Once a member has served 24 consecutive months […]
Preventing Elder Abuse
Elder abuse is often in the news but refers primarily to the physical neglect or abuse of the elderly who are unable to defend or fend for themselves. What these news stories fail to report is the high level of financial elder abuse that takes place on a much larger scale than physical abuse. Regardless […]
Financial Elder Abuse Scams On The Rise
While fraud, scams and financial exploitation does not discriminate based on age, our seniors are hit the hardest every year. An estimated $36 billion is stolen from older adults annually due to financial elder abuse. Financial elder abuse scams are on the rise and are becoming more prevalent each year. This is why it is […]
Medicaid Planning With An Elder Law Attorney
What is Medicaid Planning? Medicaid planning is the process of planning ahead for the long-term care of elderly loved ones. It also includes crisis or immediate planning, but it is always best to avoid waiting until the last moment as that often leaves fewer options. The process is intended to evaluate and plan for eligibility […]
Medicaid Eligibility for Nursing Home Care
Medicaid Eligibility can be very complex to navigate. And, while it was set up in order to care for those that need help, the system is comprised of many rules related to eligibility. In this video I’ll be touching on some elements Medicaid includes in their evaluation so that you can be prepared before applying […]
Nursing Home Medicaid For The Working Class
Medicaid, also known as “MO HealthNet,” in Missouri, can be extremely complex to navigate. While the system is set up to help those in need, the rules surrounding the program can be daunting for anyone. The program was originally created in 1965 to assist low-income residents with their healthcare needs and includes benefits for life […]