January 4, 2022
Avoiding issues that can cause ineligibility is a common goal for both the applicant and the facility. Benefits that help pay for care are often the only way care costs get covered. More than 90% of long-term residents in nursing …
December 1, 2021
The medical eligibility for long term Medicaid is a part of the application process that is worth paying close attention to. Gathering documentation prior to the assessment related to the medical diagnosis, such as dementia, and proof of hands-on care
August 17, 2020
“YOUR PAYMENT TO NETFLIX HAS BEEN REFUSED BY YOUR BANK”
“GRANDPA, I HAVE BEEN ARRESTED FOR SPEEDING AND NEED BAIL MONEY”
“CONGRATULATIONS, YOU HAVE WON $50,000 IN THE LOTTERY!”
“YOUR ACCOUNT AT WELLS FARGO HAS BEEN COMPROMISED!”
And on and …
May 11, 2020
Residents are starting to get their stimulus checks. For some, it is causing confusion and concern. Many worry that the funds will impact their financial status and may negatively impact eligibility for benefits. Many have questions.
If you have a …
April 12, 2020
The VA Wartime Pension and Aid & Attendance benefit can help wartime Veterans and widowed spouses of the Veteran pay for assisted care. Sadly, it is a very misunderstood benefit! Only about 6% of the veterans/widows currently eligible for these …
September 29, 2019
Technology! Don’t’ be afraid!
As someone who saw his first television around 7 or 8 years of age, I can easily be overwhelmed with all the new technology that is out there! Seems I am bombarded with new, techy stuff …
September 7, 2019
Like many others, I have always been concerned about having to deal with the SSA. Big bureaucracy, arbitrary rules and uninterested employees.
However, my recent adventure with them has changed my mind about it, especially the face to face aspect. …
September 2, 2019
Well… here it goes. A blog. What the heck is a blog anyway….?? I actually just found out that answer a few weeks ago! At age 82, I find myself marveling daily at the technology that exists. Lets face it, …