Our attorneys have been helping seniors with estate planning and asset protection in New York for almost 20 years, and they share this wealth of experience in these helpful blog posts. Get tips for smart estate planning, paying for a nursing home, and caring for aging and disabled loved ones here.
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What Applicants Need to Know About New York State Medicaid Expansion in 2023A New York elder lawyer explains recent changes to New York state Medicaid rules, including new income and resource limits for benefit applicants.
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Is There More Than One Way to Get a Relative Into a Nursing Home?A New York elder lawyer explains the many different ways of getting a loved one the nursing home care they need with and without Medicaid.
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Common Mistakes That Could Prevent You From Getting Medicaid Benefits When You Need ThemA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains how making large gifts or failing to set up a trust can delay the benefits you need for long-term care.
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Crisis Planning if a Spouse Needs Medicaid as Soon as PossibleA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains how to qualify for benefits as soon as possible if your spouse needs immediate long-term care.
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Ways to Spend Down Without Incurring a Medicaid Penalty in New YorkA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains how to spend excess funds during the lookback period without risking benefit delays and penalties.
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A Step-by-Step Guide for People Who Have Been Diagnosed With DementiaA New York elder law attorney explains why patients and families should meet with a lawyer as soon as possible after a dementia diagnosis.
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The Importance of Funding Your Irrevocable Trust as Soon as PossibleA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains why it’s vital for people to fund their trust correctly and promptly to avoid problems in the future.
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Benefits of Using an Asset Protection Trust to Qualify for MedicaidAn irrevocable asset protection trust can help New Yorkers qualify for Medicaid benefits, but only if the trust meets certain requirements.
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Medicaid Lookback Period Has Been Pushed to October 2022New Yorkers who are thinking about applying for Medicaid home care benefits could be subject to a lookback period between 15 and 30 months.
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Ask Your Elder Law Attorney About Asset ProtectionOur New York elder law attorneys explain what asset protection is, as well as the methods that can be used to preserve your holdings for your heirs.