Also, her funds are running out. Who do I contact about Medicare/Medicaid picking up her costs? Her current facility does not accept federal funding, therefore, what avenues should I try to have her costs picked up by the gov.t and what facilities are located near us that she would have to move too?
Thanks,
Dan
https://www.agingcare.com/local/Area-Agency-on-Aging#GA
There is financial assistance for Veterans (who qualify) and their spouses. If you think your Mom may qualify, enter that in the search button on this site to get more info. And speaking to the marketing person at your Mom's facility should get more information as well. Otherwise, you may need to locate a nursing home that accepts medicaid patients ... a good majority of them do. It's never to early to start searching for the one you think best meets her needs. Call your county office of aging for a list of those near your home and set up appointments. Most want private pay for some period of time before the medicaid effective date. AND applying for Medicaid takes time too. Good luck