In our library articles, we take an in-depth look at issues facing New Yorkers as they get older and start to think about how they will care for themselves or a disabled spouse. Get what you need to make informed decisions for yourself or an aging loved one in our elder law and Medicaid planning library articles.
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How a NY Medicaid Planning Attorney Can Help Protect Your AssetsIf you’re applying for Medicaid, you may want to establish a MAPT. Our New York attorney explains how this trust protects assets when you need long-term care.
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Taking Full Advantage of Medicaid-Exempt Assets When Applying for Nursing Home BenefitsA New York elder lawyer explains how to take advantage of Medicaid-exempt assets without risking your loved one’s long-term care benefits.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Medicaid Eligibility in New YorkA New York elder law attorney gives a detailed explanation on meeting the resource and income eligibility requirements for Medicaid to pay for long-term care.
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Eligibility for Home Health Care Services Through Medicaid in New YorkA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains alternatives to nursing home care and which home health care programs may be paid for using government benefits.
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What Happens When Only One Spouse Needs Medicaid Benefits?A New York Medicaid lawyer explains how income and assets affect benefits eligibility when one spouse needs nursing home care but the other doesn’t.
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How to Gift Assets Without Risking Your Medicaid Nursing Home BenefitsDon’t start gifting your property to family members! A New York Medicaid lawyer explains how to protect your assets and get nursing home benefits.
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How to Keep Your Family Home From Going Toward Nursing Home CostsDo you have to sell your house to pay for the costs of a nursing home? A New York elder lawyer explores different ways to keep your family home.
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Talk to an Elder Law Attorney Now to Protect Your Kids LaterA New York elder lawyer explains why there’s no downside to planning for your future early and how early estate planning can benefit your children.
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Resolving and Avoiding Conflicts Over Powers of Attorney in New YorkA New York elder law attorney explains what can happen in disputes over powers of attorney and how to ensure an incapacitated loved one is protected.
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How to Handle Life Care Planning With Sensitivity and SecurityOur New York elder law attorneys address practical ways to protect you and your family in later life, including what happens if you are incapacitated.