by bwgdev | Jun 15, 2022 | Elder Care
Long term care costs climbed again in 2021, with rates for home health aides and homemakers seeing the sharpest rises, according to Genworth’s annual Cost of Care Survey. One thing contributing to the cost increase is the the coronavirus pandemic. In the past year,...
by bwgdev | 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. Medicaid is a program for low-income individuals, so it has strict income and asset eligibility...
by Michael Baker | Apr 19, 2021 | Medicaid / MassHealth
Decisions made by Medicaid, known as MassHealth in Massachusetts, can be challenged. If you applied for MassHealth as part of the process for getting into a nursing home and were denied MassHealth, you have the right to appeal the denial. Reasons for MassHealth Denial...
by Michael Baker | Mar 4, 2021 | Medicaid / MassHealth
Long-term care involves not only a loss of personal autonomy; it also comes at a tremendous financial price. Proper planning can help your family prepare for the financial toll and protect assets for future generations. Long-term care can be very expensive, especially...
by Michael Baker | May 6, 2020 | Estate Planning, Medicaid / MassHealth
MassHealth Home Services for Seniors If you live in Massachusetts, are eligible for MassHealth, and are age 60 or older (or under 60 with Alzheimer’s) there are many at-home health services you may be eligible for. They include nursing care, day care, housekeeping,...