Category Archives: Special Needs Trusts
Medi-Cal Recovery Will Be Limited to Probate Estates after January 1, 2017
We have recently blogged about the new legislation Governor Brown signed, effective January 1, 2017, which changes the rules regarding recovery by the state for payments it has made to…Consider A Joint Checking Account With Your Parents
Many older people insist on handling their own financial affairs without assistance, for as long as possible. This is admirable, but what if something bad happens to the older person, like…The Personal Residence Exclusion
When we are doing long term care planning with our clients, we often discuss the fact that if you sell your home during your life, you may have to pay tax on the capital gain. Capital Gain…When Can The State Recover Medi-Cal Payments?
If you die after having been on Medi-Cal, the state will want to recover from your estate. They will want to recover what they paid for your nursing home care while you were on Medi-Cal. If…What assets can you keep when qualifying for Medi-Cal?
What assets can you keep when qualifying for Medi-Cal? Your Home: Your home is generally exempt, or not counted, in determining eligibility for Medi-Cal. The Medi-Cal applicant, or their…Estate Plans For The Older Client Are Different
The plain vanilla estate plan, which most people have, is designed for the younger client. The main purposes of this estate plan are to avoid probate court and to provide for the…My Dad Has Already Done Some Gifting! Can He Still Qualify For Medi-Cal?
California does have gifting penalty rules. If the rules are not followed, you could create periods of ineligibility for Medi-Cal. If you follow the rules, Medi-Cal can pay for your stay in…2015 CA Medi-Cal Quick Reference Guide
The State of California has changed some of the Medi-Cal qualification figures and requirements for 2015. A brief listing of these changes and requirements is set forth below: Community…Mom Is Showing Some Dementia – Can we still create a long term care plan for her?
In my workshops, we talk about the Elder Care Journey. Along this journey, which I show on a chart, is an area called “Declining Senior With Memory or Mobility Issues.” I reference this…More On Alternative Long Term Care Insurance Options for Baby Boomers
In our last post we discussed how many of our Baby Boomer clients have looked into buying long term care insurance, but have decided against the purchase because of various reasons. Some…
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