Medicaid Crisis Planning for Nursing Home Care
If your loved one is facing an immediate need for long-term care, Rochester Elder Law can help with Medicaid crisis planning.
We'll work quickly to protect their assets and secure benefits.
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Navigating Medicaid Eligibility in a Crisis Situation
Emotional & Financial Impact of a Medicaid Crisis
When a loved one experiences a medical crisis or sudden need for nursing home care, it can be emotionally and financially devastating. If your loved one is facing an immediate need for long-term care, Rochester Elder Law can help with Medicaid crisis planning.
Qualifying for Medicaid Benefits in New York
Our experienced attorneys understand the complexities of Medicaid eligibility in New York and can guide you through the process of qualifying your loved one for benefits, even if they are over the asset limit. We'll work quickly to protect their assets for the spouse and/or family while ensuring they receive the care they need.
Personalized Medicaid Crisis Planning Guidance
Every situation is unique, and our attorneys will provide personalized guidance based on your loved one's specific circumstances. We'll handle the Medicaid application process on their behalf, working to get them qualified as quickly as possible.
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Get Help with Medicaid Crisis Planning from Rochester Elder Law
Don't let an unexpected need for nursing home care drain your or your loved one's life savings. Contact Rochester Elder Law today for assistance with Medicaid crisis planning.
Medicaid Crisis Planning FAQs
One of my parents is currently hospitalized and cannot go back home. What should I be doing and how do I prepare for this transition?
By visiting Rochester Elder Law at this critical time, we can provide you with the necessary steps you can take immediately in order to make the proper decisions. We will need a full picture of that person’s finances and will give you advice accordingly on what your options are to pay for care, protect assets if possible , apply for benefits and plan for the transition.
We can also provide you with recommendations for care managers to help with choosing a facility. We will advise you on which benefits your loved one has, what those benefits will pay for now and for how long, as well as which benefits they may be eligible to apply for.
My loved one is hospitalized and will be transferred to a rehab facility. What will Medicare cover?
We can provide the specific information of what they cover and for how long. We will also be able to provide an overview of what to expect if your loved one needs a higher level of care and perhaps, additional benefits.
The hospital is asking me to tour nursing homes/facilities for the placement of my family member. Where do I begin?
Rochester Elder Law can guide you through the process.
What happens if my spouse goes into a nursing home but I am living in the community?
We can take steps to protect you and your assets in the event your spouse will be institutionalized.
The nursing home has offered to apply for Medicaid Benefits for us.
We strongly recommend a consultation to determine whether your needs will be properly served or whether there are more options to explore and possibly protect before you have them apply for you.
How can my family afford the aides necessary to care for our loved one at home?
Your loved one may be eligible to apply for Community Medicaid which our office can do for you.
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Contact Rochester Elder Law today for a consultation to learn how we can help protect your assets and plan for the future.
Or call us at (585) 256-0090 ext. 103
