by David Edwards | May 31, 2022 | Medicaid/Medicare, Nursing Home
This is the real-life story of two sisters, an annuity, nursing home costs, and why Medicaid Planning matters. Mom did not have much, but she owned her home, had a steady retirement income, and had purchased two annuities. Each in the amount of $50,000. Each daughter...
by David Edwards | Mar 22, 2022 | EC-MedicaidPage, EC-MedicarePage, Medicaid/Medicare, Nursing Home
Medicaid and Medicare are the two primary healthcare programs available to assist seniors with medical expenses. Unfortunately, their names are very similar, so it causes a lot of confusion. In this article, we will try to reduce some of that confusion by summarizing...
by David Edwards | Feb 14, 2019 | Medicaid/Medicare
Are you unsure of how to use Medicare for your healthcare needs? Or are you afraid to use it because you’re not sure what Medicare will cover? Our Elder Care Advisors help people know how to best take advantage of their Medicare coverage. Make plans to attend by...
by David Edwards | Jan 24, 2018 | EC-MedicaidPage, Medicaid/Medicare
Using a government benefit such as Medicaid is a fairly common way to pay for long-term care. According to AARP, 65% of nursing home residents use Medicaid to pay for their care. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation out there, which makes this very...
by David Edwards | Dec 29, 2015 | Aging Parents, Medicaid/Medicare
Cash payments or informal caregiver arrangements can affect your loved one’s ability to qualify for Medicaid upon going into a nursing home. Here’s what you need to know… Giving Money to Family Can Jeopardize Medicaid Eligibility When someone applies...
by David Edwards | Nov 17, 2015 | EC- HomePage, EC-MedicaidPage, Medicaid/Medicare, Nursing Home
While it may seem like a good idea that things like Medicaid applications and Veterans benefit apps are accessible and do-it-yourself, as with many things relating to government, it’s really not that simple. There are many things that can go wrong when people...