by Patrick Cawley | Mar 25, 2020 | Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
Having a parent or other loved one in a nursing home or personal care facility can stir up many difficult emotions. Family members frequently express guilt over placing their loved one in a facility, even when they know that their loved one requires a higher level of...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Dec 2, 2019 | Medicare, Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
Individuals who are receiving Medicare coverage for rehabilitation which is provided in a nursing home setting may not always understand policies regarding activities outside of the nursing facility. Attendance at a family gathering or a visit to one’s home for...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | May 13, 2019 | Estate Planning, Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
As we observe Elder Law Month in May, it seems appropriate to share some common misunderstandings or myths about nursing homes and long-term care. I apologize in advance if I step on toes or offend sensibilities of what is politically correct. Remember that the role...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Apr 30, 2019 | Finances, Medicaid, Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
Note: Medicaid regulations vary from state to state. This information is based on regulations in Pennsylvania. What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? Medicare is health insurance and covers medical services such as physician...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Apr 23, 2019 | Health Care System, Home care, Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
Planning for post-acute care following the hospitalization of an older adult can be confusing. Some of the challenges which families experience were discussed in last week’s column. A lack of knowledge about options for this type of care is one challenge...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Sep 4, 2018 | Medicaid, Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
It comes as a shock to many people when they learn that, in Pennsylvania and most other states, pre-nuptial agreements are disregarded if one of the spouses of that “second” marriage needs care in a skilled nursing facility which could qualify for Medicaid...
