Many Georgia seniors turn to Medicaid to help cover long-term medical care costs. However, doing so may affect the estates of some seniors. What is the Medicaid Estate Recovery program? Medicaid Estate Recovery The Medicaid Estate Recovery Program is a federally...
Month: November 2021
Protect your assets from Medicaid’s estate recovery program
Thanks to medical advancements and lifestyle changes, Georgia residents have a longer life expectancy than at any other time in history. As a result, more people must face the reality of long-term care. This requires being financially prepared. According to Georgia...
What nursing home red flags should I look out for?
Choosing to place a loved one in a nursing home is a challenging decision. Even if it is in their best interest, you will probably have concerns about the quality of the care provided to your family member. Fortunately, it is possible to determine the overall quality...
How you can choose the best nursing home for your loved one?
Everyone has different needs and expectations when it comes to selecting a nursing home. If the time has come to find such a facility for your loved one, you should keep nursing home best practices in mind. Features high-quality resident care The nursing home you...
Estate planning and financial tips for late-in-life parents
Your relatives never thought this would happen, and, sometimes, neither did you. You became a father in your late 40s. The joy of parenthood overcomes you, but you also realize the near-endless responsibilities that come with it. One of the most important...
What A Will Cannot Do
It is important to note that this is not a condemnation of a common estate planning tool referred to as a will—just the opposite. The point of highlighting the limitations of a will is so you can fill the gaps it leaves with other documents. An estate plan is a...
