Archive for the nursing home Category

2022 Income and Asset Allowance Increases for the Spouse of Nursing Home Residents in Pennsylvania

On January 12, 2022   /   Elder Law, Medicaid, nursing home, PA Elder Law  

The cost of long term care in Pennsylvania is soaring, with monthly expenses ranging from $10,000.00 to $15,000.00, or $120,000 – $180,000 on an annual basis. A primary focus of our practice is helping clients understand what they can do now to protect assets from nursing home […]

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ADVANCED ELDER LAW/MEDICAID PLANNING MIGHT PROTECT A MILLION DOLLARS

On May 20, 2021   /   Asset Protection, Elder Law, Irrevocable Trusts, Medicaid, nursing home  

I recently met with a client who related a story to me about a family friend who just finished spending $1,000,000 on her nursing home care.  Luckily the client gave me permission to share that story in general terms so that others might learn that these economic […]

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What is Long-Term Care, What Does It Cost, How are These Services Delivered, And Can Families Do More To Protect Assets and Elderly Loved Ones?

On March 16, 2021   /   Asset Protection, caregiver assistance, Elder Law, Medicaid, nursing home, PA Elder Law  

Definition: What is Long-Term Care? Long-term care is the care that an elderly or disabled person may need if they can no longer individually perform essential daily activities for an extended period of time. The need for long term care can arise from the effects of aging, […]

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