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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How a Pooled Income Trust Can Help You Qualify for MedicaidIf you need to spend down assets to be eligible for Medicaid, a pooled income trust may work for you. Our New York elder law and Medicaid attorney explains why.
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Choosing a Trustee for Your New York Medicaid Asset Protection TrustYour eligibility for Medicaid may require that you establish a MAPT, or Medicaid Asset Protection Trust. Our New York attorney explains how it works.
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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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Could Medicaid Take My Family Home to Pay for Long-Term Care?A New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains how the state may attempt to receive long-term care costs by placing a lien on the family home.
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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.