When determining Medicaid eligibility, there are many rules about which assets you are and aren’t allowed to keep. Many of us own a residence, but what if you own farm land? As it turns out, farm land can be treated as an exempt asset if it is considered as part of your residence. So, how does […]
What you can and can’t keep with Medicaid: Cars and Trucks
Most of us own a vehicle. Let’s face it they are a necessity in life. However, when looking at applying for Medicaid, this necessity may or may not be an asset we can keep. So, what are the Medicaid rules on cars and trucks and other personal use vehicles? And, is there a way to […]
What you can and can’t keep with Medicaid: Life Insurance
Life insurance is an asset that is looked at by Medicaid when determining eligibility. But not all life insurance policies are the same and so they are not all treated the same way either. So, which type of life insurance policy may I keep? And is there a limit to the value? In this Elder Law […]
Alzheimer’s and Unpaid Family Caregivers
People with Alzheimer’s are generally surrounded by loved ones who provide a tremendous amount of care. Statistics tell us that if these family members were paid for providing this care, it would add up to billions of dollars a year. The fact that it is unpaid is unfortunate for a number of reasons. In this Elder […]
The Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid are government insurance programs designed to help cover healthcare costs. But, while these two programs may sound similar, they are very different indeed. In this Elder Law Minute video, Wes Coulson, Illinois Elder Law attorney, clears up some common confusion as he explains the difference between Medicare and Medicaid. The Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid […]
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