Being appointed conservator of a loved one is a serious responsibility. As a conservator, you are...
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What to Do if Your Medicaid Application Is Denied
Apr 25, 2022 | Elder Care
If you apply for long-term care assistance through Medicaid and your application is denied, it may feel hopeless. The good news is that you can appeal the decision.
Court Rules Medicare Beneficiaries Can Appeal Hospital Observation Status
Mar 23, 2022 | Elder Care
A federal court has ruled that hospitalized Medicare beneficiaries who were switched from inpatient to observation status can appeal the decision, making it easier for them to receive coverage for subsequent nursing home care.
When Can Someone Be Declared Legally Incompetent?
Feb 28, 2022 | Elder Care, Healthcare Proxy
If a loved one is experiencing memory loss or suddenly making poor decisions, you may want the...
What to Do With Your Stimulus Check if You Are in a Nursing Home
Mar 10, 2021 | Elder Care
As the next round of stimulus checks go out, it is important to know that nursing home residents...
Tips for Having “The Talk” With Elderly Parents about Estate Planning
Nov 5, 2020 | Elder Care, Estate Planning
It is natural for people to feel a greater sense of urgency as their parents advance in their...
Nursing Home Considerations before Admitting a Loved One
Jun 8, 2020 | Elder Care, Long-Term Care
Nursing Home Safety - The COVID-19 pandemic has created a lot of tension and anxiety across the...
Rules to Know About MassHealth Nursing Home Eligibility
Apr 1, 2020 | Asset Protection, Elder Care, Long-Term Care, Medicaid / MassHealth
Rules for MassHealth nursing home eligibility are designed to help cover the costs of long-term...