One of the most compelling reasons to engage in advanced Medicaid planning is the potential need for future medical care. Those preparing for retirement never know when their health might decline, leaving them in need of long-term care support. The limits of Medicare...
Medicaid Planning
How future healthcare costs may affect the estate planning process
The most basic estate plan in New York may contain just a will. A testator may draft a single document explaining what should happen to their property and their dependent family members when they die. However, New York more comprehensive estate plans can address and...
The 2 lookback periods that apply for long-term care Medicaid
Older adults in New York can generally rely on Medicare coverage to help pay for their basic expenses, including routine medical care. However, those experiencing medical challenges as they age often need more than just doctor's appointments and occasional treatment....
Can my spouse get Medicaid help with nursing home care if I’m still healthy?
You and your spouse are a team who have raised children, bought homes and enjoyed life together. Now, your spouse is living with a debilitating long-term condition like Alzheimer's disease, and you can no longer take care of them at home. They need to move into an...