Aging Answers

Medicaid Basics: A Crash Course for Caregivers and Families


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Medicaid can be the key to affording long-term care—but most families don’t realize how complicated the system is until they’re in crisis.

As a certified elder law attorney, I share what you really need to know, including:

✅ How Medicaid eligibility works

✅ What assets are protected—and which ones aren’t

✅ The truth about the 5-year lookback

✅ Common misunderstandings about Medicare vs. Medicaid

✅ Why timing matters when planning for long-term care

✅ What happens if you apply without the right strategy

Whether you're planning ahead or responding to a sudden need for care, this crash course will help you avoid costly mistakes and make more informed decisions.

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Aging AnswersBy Shana Siegel