One of the many issues that you may be faced with is the need for placement, for your loved one or aging parent, in a skilled nursing facility and the problem of financing that care. We will assist you with obtaining Medical Assistance (Medicaid) coverage for such placement. We work with you and your loved one or aging parent to structure the elder’s assets so that the elder is eligible for such coverage. We also advise you and your family about family coaching and care management to ensure that the elder obtains the best quality of care which he or…
Learning to cope with Dementia, maintaining a loved one’s dignity as they become more dependent… most of us are not equipped to navigate these issues. Moreover, uninformed (even though well-intentioned) legal, financial and medical decisions can have negative and long-lasting impact. We help family members ensure the best care for their loved ones by: Eliminating confusion around medical, legal, and financial options Preventing a crisis and unnecessary hospitalizations Reducing miscommunications among family members, with the loved one, and with other professionals Creating a comprehensive life care plan that anticipates and addresses problems Acting as a liaison to families at a distance,…
Hospital discharge personnel must tell you what level of care is required after you leave the hospital. Also, you need to know what medications and therapies should be taken and when. Suppose family members are told that 24-hour-a-day supervision is needed; then you should ask if this means assisted living or some other interpretation. Additionally, if medications change when in the hospital, find out what should be taken and when. You should control your own placement. Before you leave the hospital, you or your family should know where you want to go. Do not depend exclusively on someone inside the…
“Up to 100 days” of coverage for rehabilitation does not guarantee 100 days. Up to 100 days of coverage rarely means 100 days. Often insurers discontinue therapy benefits after 2 to 8 weeks. They might say the patient has “plateaued” in treatment, not showing measurable improvement on a weekly basis. However the correct legal standard is aslong as the patient shows improvement or the therapy prevents deterioration. Many times therapy ends before it should. When Medicare therapy ends, if the resident stays in rehab or in a nursing home, then she must pay privately or, if assets are low enough,…
To receive up to 100 days of rehabilitative treatment either in a rehab facility, nursing home, or at home, generally, you need at least 3 days inpatient hospitalization. Consequently, if you are in the hospital for two days or less, you may not qualify for this Medicare benefit and will pay privately. When calculating three days of inpatient care, consider three “midnights” and make certain the time was spent as an inpatient and not in the emergency room or “under observation.” Although, in the hospital, sleeping over, and if you’re not “admitted” you are not considered eligible. If “under observation”…
Here are some important tips: You can Appeal your Discharge. If you are too sick to leave the hospital or if there is no place suitable to go, you can appeal your discharge to Medicare. The hospital should inform you of all your legal rights, appealing the discharge is one of them. Have your Power of Attorney or an advocate deal with the hospital discharge planner and make sure, if you leave the hospital that the place where you’re going you will get the right kind of care. Elder care attorneys can also assist you. Ask Your Doctor Decisions regarding…
Adult daycare centers and in-home senior care are both excellent choices that permit elderly and disabled adults to live at home rather than move into a nursing home or assisted living facility. In order to make the best choice for your family, it’s helpful to learn what each offers before deciding which best suits your situation. Either choice allows family caregivers to: • Keep a full or part-time job; • Have help with the physical needs involved with care; • Obtain respite from what can be a 24-hour responsibility; • Reclaim your relationship as spouse, son or daughter rather than…
We are to help you find nursing homes. However, if you want to do it by yourself, here are some steps so you can find a good nursing home and avoid a bad one. Make a List: Start by contacting the Department of Aging for a list of local nursing home facilities. Ideally, the facilities should be close to family members and friends who can visit often. Residents with frequent visitors usually get better care. Do Some Research: Every year, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services collect data on more than 15,000 nursing homes throughout the country. Health inspection…
Downsizing from your home to an assisted living facility has its advantages, socialization, meals prepared, no maintenance, and no snow removal. However, stress and grief can result from “giving up the family home,” a loss of independence or even a perceived loss of prestige. Consequently, tough decisions have to made on downsizing. Removing clutter is easy. But letting go of sentimental possessions, the task is daunting. Therefore, plan and review how much living space and storage space your apartment has. Here are some suggestions to help you or a loved one begin the process: • Measure the furniture, especially large…
Some people do, but we can simplify the process of caring for your elderly loved one by creating a customized, easy to follow life care plan. We are a one stop shop for all of your needs regarding the care of mature adults. We are well acquainted with a wide variety of local services, knowing the quality and cost of each. We can save you time and, truly, a lot of frustration. We provide two major “umbrella” services; a Life Care Plan for families to follow based on a comprehensive assessment and on-going Care Coordination and Management. The other service …
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