Navigating Medicaid
When it comes to navigating Medicaid’s rules and regulations, many seniors and their families find the process confusing, frustrating and stressful. The application process is one of the biggest hurdles that families face, and with regulations varying by state, it can be difficult to even know if you’re eligible. Do Your Assets Put You Over the Exemption Limit? “Your assets drive the Medicaid application and approval process and it depends whether the Medicaid applicant is ma
Frequently Asked Questions about Guardianships
Guardianship is a topic that often comes up when loved ones are planning a senior’s future care. Many times, it is because the older adult is experiencing a decline in physical or cognitive health. Protecting a senior loved one’s assets and making decisions about their future can be tough, especially when an older adult hasn’t done any formal planning. A guardianship often becomes necessary. If your family finds itself in this situation, you might be wondering what a guardian
5 Tips for How to Talk About Senior Care
Family visits are a time of togetherness to share stories and reminisce with loved ones, celebrate traditions and strengthen relationships. Often, these gatherings come with the recognition that too much time has passed – and a lot has changed. The time together may spark awareness that your aging loved ones need additional help. A visit home offers a great opportunity for families to have important – and sometimes tough – conversations. Getting started with these conversatio
