We walk through how marriage affects Medicaid eligibility, what assets count, and how to protect savings when one spouse needs nursing home care. We clear up myths, explain the must-have documents, and show how to use the rules without going broke.

• marriage treated as one financial unit for Medicaid
• cost of nursing homes and income protections for the community spouse
• what counts as a non-countable asset in Arkansas
• why beneficiary designations outrun wills
• myths about separate accounts, prenups, and divorce
• crisis tools like Medicaid-qualifying annuities
• pre-planning with irrevocable trusts and timelines
• essential powers of attorney and health care decisions
• blended family dynamics and clear communication
• when to consult an elder law attorney and why timing matters

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