Kalamazoo Nursing Home Care Planning Lawyer
Medicaid planning is an important part of elder law and disability law, allowing individuals to plan for their future security. At Michigan Estate Lawyers, we are sensitive to the difficult decisions that must be made later in life. Providing informed, strategic options, we can help devise appropriate solutions to protect your investments and your loved ones. We will take the time to understand your unique concerns and develop a long-term solution for you and your family.
Our law firm is dedicated to a Christian model of service with a mission to protect clients as they make the best decisions for their family and future. Let us guide you with dignity and discretion.
Call 866-473-5636 or contact us by e-mail for a consultation with a Grand Rapids Medicaid planning attorney.
Medicaid Planning and Elder Law
The cost of nursing home care for an elderly family member can be an enormous financial drain. Many families spend up to $75,000 per year for nursing home care. Taking action to plan ahead allows you to prepare for these nursing home expenses, protect your financial assets and remain eligible for Medicaid.
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Automatic Exemptions for Medicaid
When determining eligibility for Medicaid, the government will take into consideration your assets and investments. Without proper planning, you could lose your right to benefits. Property exempted from Medicaid calculations includes a primary residence, personal property and one automobile. If you own additional property, you may have difficulty getting accepted by Medicaid.
There are solutions that can help you protect your property as well as plan for future use of Medicaid, including:
- Creating an irrevocable Medicaid annuity trust
- Legal spend-downs of your estate
- Properly transferring property
- Working with annuity products and life insurance policies
In every case, we will take into consideration your unique concerns, medical coverage and your needs. We will review the entirety of your estate and develop a comprehensive estate plan that will protect your rights, your family and your investments.
Contact a Grand Rapids Medicaid Planning Lawyer
For a free consultation, please call our Grand Rapids, Michigan, lawyers toll free at 866-473-5636 or contact us by e-mail to submit a question about your case.
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