If I Become My Mom's Guardian and Let Her Remain at Home, Am I Responsible for Her Actions?
I am considering guardianship for my 87-year-old mom, who has dementia. She lives alone but has been advised by her doctor...
Read moreIt depends on your state Medicaid agency. Some will treat such payments as repayments and shorten the ineligibility period imposed accordingly, or eliminate it entirely if you use the entire $50,000. However, others will only honor payments going directly to your mother rather than expenses paid on her behalf, and some will only give credit for a complete "cure" -- the return of the entire $50,000. To know the practice in your state you will need to consult with a local elder law attorney. To find an attorney near you, go here: http://www.elderlawanswers.com/elder-law-attorneys.
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