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Can Nursing Homes Take Your House?

Medi-Cal Planning, health care, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Conservatorship in California

A very common issue for many clients is protecting their homes, or the homes of their loved ones, after moving into a nursing home. The general belief is that, when you have to move into a nursing home, Medi-Cal will take your home from you. This blog will answer the question: can nursing homes take your house? Your home may not be counted as an asset Generally speaking, you are not required to sell your home in order to qualify for Medi-Cal to pay your nursing home expenses. In states that … [Read more...] about Can Nursing Homes Take Your House?

Medi-Cal Trust in Los Angeles: What Are Its Disadvantages?

Elder Law, Medi-Cal Planning

A common fear for most Americans as they get older is being placed in a nursing home.  Nursing homes can result in not only a loss of personal autonomy and privacy, but also an incredible financial burden.  According to the Centers for Medicare and Medi-Cal Services, nearly 70% of all people over the age of 65 will need long-term care at some point.  A survey conducted this year indicates that the average cost of nursing home care in California is approximately $83,950 annually.  With these high … [Read more...] about Medi-Cal Trust in Los Angeles: What Are Its Disadvantages?

Is Medi-Cal Available in California?

Elder Law, Medi-Cal Planning

Medi-Cal is a health care assistance program developed by the federal government along with Medicare.  Both programs were established by a 1965 amendment to the Social Security Act.  The purpose of the Medi-Cal program is to extend healthcare services to U.S. citizens based on their income or financial need.   Many clients ask: "Is Medi-Cal available in California?  The answer is yes.  Medi-Cal is run by state governments, and California's program is known as Medi-Cal.  What is Medi-Cal? In … [Read more...] about Is Medi-Cal Available in California?

What are the Maximum Assets for Medi-Cal?

Medi-Cal Planning, Elder Law

Government benefits programs, which are based on need or income, have certain eligibility requirements.  Since these benefits are reserved only for those who need assistance, there are certain limits to the amount of income or assets that a person can have, in order to be qualified.  Medi-Cal is no exception. What type of program is Medi-Cal? The purpose of Medi-Cal is to provide assistance to low income individuals and families in paying for medical care.  The program operates on both state … [Read more...] about What are the Maximum Assets for Medi-Cal?