My mom had a stroke 5 years ago, needs 24 hour care, I have caregiver's assisting me but I need to go back to work. Need to know if anyone has had experiences when applying for Medicaid Longterm help. My mom is on Social Security and gets Medicare now. She doesn't own any property and lives with my husband, me, and my mentally retarded brother who also has health issues. Any advice regarding how I would apply for Medicaid to help with care for my mom?
thanks,
Yolanda
I do want to caution you that depending on which state you are in, the process can take a while. If your mom has no assets and did not have any assets during your state's lookback period it may be a bit easier. Always make 2 extra copies (in addition to your file copy) and be prepared to keep a calendar specifically for the process. Make a note of every call - with names and phone numbers + extensions of who you speak to - and the details. Everything you send should be certified and if you fax something, get a transmission acknowledgement.
Good luck - just keep good records and you will be fine.
Carol
thanks
Hang in. It's a frustrating process, but you'll get through it. Cat has good advice about keeping copies, etc. Always good to do.
Carol
Yolanda