by HWH Updates | May 3, 2023 | Elder Law, Medicaid
Whether you're planning early for long-term care coverage or just now realizing you may need to pay for a skilled nursing facility in the future, you need answers. While Medicare may cover some expenses, most long-term care generally falls on you. Find out how to...
by Durham Law Firm | Apr 27, 2023 | Elder Law, Medicaid
For many aging individuals, the possibility of paying for long-term care in a nursing home is a looming concern. One option to pay for long-term care is a Life Estate Deed to transfer ownership of the family home while retaining lifetime rights. However, this can...
by Durham Law Firm | Jul 27, 2021 | Estate Planning
Even though 70% of individuals older than 65 now will need long-term care in the future, health insurance and Medicare do not cover long-term care costs. Medicaid may cover all of your long-term care costs if your income and assets are below the set levels in North...
by Durham Law Firm | Jul 2, 2021 | Guardianship
As you grow older, you may eventually need a caregiver. It is difficult to accept this truth, but living in denial that your health could fail is not wise. Our culture in the United States often values autonomy, independence, and doing it yourself. However, if a...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 7, 2021 | Estate Planning
If you are 65, your chances of needing some kind of long-term care during your lifetime are at 70%. While it’s not enjoyable to think about a future including caregivers, it is not wise to ignore a likely scenario. Let’s look at what types of long-term care facilities...
