Tomorrow will be a week that he's been there in the "behavioral unit" (the psych ward). The social worker just called me. I told her I was in fear for my life and cannot let him come back home. His Medicare doesn't start till September. She said they will not keep him that long, and we could not get a home to take him without insurance. I thought we could apply for Medicaid, but she didn't think so. We are both at a loss what to do when he gets released.
Medicare is not going to pay for long term care; Medicaid will, if he qualifies both financially and medically.
Have they been able to get him on meds to calm him?
Call a lawyer who specializes in Elder Care.
Do NOT let him come home and do not sign anything the hospital shoves in front of you or let them convince you there is no other choice.
You would become a Community spouse receiving enough to live on. Your finances will be looked at and split. DHs split will need to be spent down. This is just the basics. You need to check with your state medicaid. You may want to consult with a lawyer very well versed in ur States Medicaid program.
The psych stay may be what he needed to balance medication. However, if he does not comply at home you will have further problems. I'd say your safety comes first.