Elder Law FAQ

To qualify for Medicaid, you may have to first spend down some of your assets. Many individuals who apply for Medicaid find that they have too many assets to qualify. Medicaid is a “needs-based” program, and a successful Medicaid applicant must have insufficient assets to pay for one’s own care. Federal law establishes a benchmark…

Common Mistakes Florida Medicaid Applicants Make Trying to Qualify for Long Term Care Medicaid Benefits  By  Jason Neufeld Florida Medicaid provides some incredibly valuable long-term care benefits for those who qualify. The Florida ICP or Medicaid Waiver program will pay for significant in-home-health aide costs, a portion of an ALF bill, and nearly all nursing home…