If you’re thinking about applying for Community Medicaid in New York, you’ve likely heard about the pending 30-month look-back period. Understanding this new rule can feel overwhelming. Initially signed into law back in April 2020, the look-back period was supposed to begin shortly thereafter. But repeated delays have left many people uncertain about its status. […]
Elder Law
Elder Law Alert: Long-Term Care Costs Can Consume Your Legacy
You spend decades working, saving, and building financial security. The idea is to pass on something meaningful to your loved ones and leave behind a legacy that reflects your life’s efforts. But one factor threatens to unravel those plans more often than people realize: the cost of long-term care. This is not a hypothetical risk. […]
These Elder Law Facts May Surprise You
It is very hard to envision the way life will be when you reach a certain age that is in the future. You can make assumptions, but you may find that things are very different than you imagined. As an elder law firm, we know this all too well because of our experiences with clients. […]
Look-Back Period for NY Medicaid Waiver Is Looming
New York State’s decision to implement a 30-month look-back period for NY Medicaid waiver marks a significant change in how applicants qualify for long-term care benefits. This change is stalled because of provisions in Covid-era legislation, but it may finally be implemented next year. Here’s a comprehensive overview to help you understand this new regulation […]
New York Medicaid for Senior Long-Term Care: Key Figures for 2024
The most pressing matter that elder law attorneys address is the senior long-term care situation. If you visit the website longtermcare.gov, you will see some eye-opening statistics that shed light on the subject. This site is maintained by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, and their research has found that seven out […]
Alzheimer’s Fuels Elder Law Concerns
As an elder law firm, we address challenges that confront senior citizens. When you look at the facts, you see that Alzheimer’s disease helps to fuel these challenges. Let’s examine the details. A Growing Threat Some aspects of this disease come as a surprise to many people. One of them is the fact that it […]
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