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You have continued to stick with us the past few weeks as we have discussed Georgia Nursing Home Medicaid. Thank you! We know it is a bit tedious, but it is important. This week we are focusing on one of the most important and often misunderstood topics: exempt and countable assets. If you or a…
When a loved one needs nursing home care, one of the biggest concerns families face is how to qualify for Medicaid. We’ve spent the past few weeks blogging about Georgia Nursing Home Medicaid for individuals and couples. This week, we will discuss the income requirements for eligibility. In Georgia, there is a strict monthly income…
As the cost of long-term care continues to rise, many families find themselves asking an important question: How will we afford nursing home care? For individuals in Georgia, Nursing Home Medicaid is often the answer, but understanding how it works, especially when it comes to income, can feel overwhelming. What Is Nursing Home Medicaid? Medicaid…
Families often hear the term “Medicaid planning,” but many are unsure what it involves. The reality is that when a loved one requires skilled nursing care, one of the first questions families ask is how they will cover the cost. In the Atlanta area, nursing home care can exceed $10,000 a month. Even families who…
As people are living longer and the cost of care continues to rise, many families find themselves asking the same question: How will we pay for long-term care? At Hurley Elder Care Law, we receive calls every day from concerned family members trying to understand their options for care, public benefits, and how to afford…
March is a significant month! It celebrates Social Work Month. We want to take this chance to honor the many social workers who support vulnerable populations and help improve countless lives. This year’s theme, “Social Workers: Uplift. Defend. Transform,” perfectly captures the essence of these professionals. The History of Social Work It’s interesting to learn…
Over the past few weeks, we have shared former client Bill’s story and how a delay in planning led to years of probate problems, emotional distress, and unnecessary stress for his family. While every situation is unique, the lessons from this case are universal. Most families who experience these probate problems never expected to be…
A Real-Life Estate Planning Series — Part 3 In the first two posts of this series, we discussed how Bill, a former Hurley Elder Care Law client, chose to delay planning, which led to a long, unnecessary probate process. This week, we want to take a closer look at probate itself and how things can…
A Real-Life Estate Planning Series — Part 2 Last week, we shared the start of Bill’s story and how delaying planning caused a tough probate process for his family. This week, we want to take a step back and explain the tool that could have made a difference: a revocable living trust. What Is a…
This week marks the start of a new blog series highlighting a real client case involving Hurley Elder Care Law. What should have been a straightforward estate-planning case turned into a stressful, costly situation for the family. We want to help prevent this from happening to your family because the best time to plan is…
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