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How old and you and your husband? How long has he had dementia? What is his current level of functioning? For example, what activities does he need help with -- dressing, baths, eating, etc? What is his memory like? These questions are not just being nosey, but will help us get a better picture of the situation.
I imagine by "lose everything" you are referring to applying for Medicaid, and the spenddown process. You don't exactly lose everything, but I would say that Medicaid is hard on married couples, where one will stay in the community and the other be in long term care. Still, it may be the best option. Don't rule it out until you have explored all your options.
Depending on his level of functioning and your relationship, it may be preferrable to care for him at home as long as you can, regardless of the financial considerations. But even to do that you may be better off on Medicaid, to get help for in-home care.
I suggest you talk to a social worker from Social Services in your county, who can explain options and programs available. And then, especially if you are considering Medicaid, talk to an attorney who specializes in elder law, to protect what assets you can.
Dementia is progressive. For many people the time will come when in-home care is just not feasible, especially for a single individual such as a spouse. When dementia is part of the picture, it is always a good idea to face the "what if" a nursing home is required in the future.
I have been caring for my husband with dementia for 9 years, at home. I hope I can continue to do that until he dies, but I haven't promised that because I will always want the best care for him, and someday I might not be able to provide it.
In the beginning the social worker advised me to see an elder law attorney, and to apply for medicaid and a program called elderly waiver. I did. We have a pretty high monthly spenddown (kind of a co-pay or deductible), but things like drugs, equipment, hospitalizations, therapists, a day program and now a personal care attendant, are covered. I applied thinking he might soon need a nursing home, but he surprised us all and has remained stable. But Medicaid turned out to be a very useful program even for in-home care.
To find out the specific help you can get, call your Social Services department.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
I imagine by "lose everything" you are referring to applying for Medicaid, and the spenddown process. You don't exactly lose everything, but I would say that Medicaid is hard on married couples, where one will stay in the community and the other be in long term care. Still, it may be the best option. Don't rule it out until you have explored all your options.
Depending on his level of functioning and your relationship, it may be preferrable to care for him at home as long as you can, regardless of the financial considerations. But even to do that you may be better off on Medicaid, to get help for in-home care.
I suggest you talk to a social worker from Social Services in your county, who can explain options and programs available. And then, especially if you are considering Medicaid, talk to an attorney who specializes in elder law, to protect what assets you can.
Dementia is progressive. For many people the time will come when in-home care is just not feasible, especially for a single individual such as a spouse. When dementia is part of the picture, it is always a good idea to face the "what if" a nursing home is required in the future.
I have been caring for my husband with dementia for 9 years, at home. I hope I can continue to do that until he dies, but I haven't promised that because I will always want the best care for him, and someday I might not be able to provide it.
In the beginning the social worker advised me to see an elder law attorney, and to apply for medicaid and a program called elderly waiver. I did. We have a pretty high monthly spenddown (kind of a co-pay or deductible), but things like drugs, equipment, hospitalizations, therapists, a day program and now a personal care attendant, are covered. I applied thinking he might soon need a nursing home, but he surprised us all and has remained stable. But Medicaid turned out to be a very useful program even for in-home care.
To find out the specific help you can get, call your Social Services department.
Good luck!