Should Aging Parents Live With Their Adult Children?

Aging in place (i.e. at home and outside of a senior living community such as a nursing home) continues to increase in popularity. However, what to do when you notice an older loved one having trouble living safely at home is an issue many families eventually face....

The ABLE Account in 2025

It looks like 2025 will be a crucial year for the disability community, offering a valuable chance to boost your savings through three key provisions of the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act. However, these provisions are set to expire at the end of this...

Medicaid in Missouri: MO HealthNet for Nursing Home Care

MO HealthNet can help individuals in Missouri nursing homes or long-term care facilities cover expenses for room and board, as well as essential medical and non-medical goods and services. Participants are required to use most of their income for these costs, with...

Navigating Long-Term Care Medicaid When Relocating to a New State

In general, when one is in need of skilled care, it is best to apply for Medicaid as soon as possible, even if the person needing care is moving to a neighboring state. However, Medicaid eligibility and application processes can vary by state, and there might be...

Medicaid Spend Down: A Means to Eligibility

Since the 1960s, Medicaid has offered health coverage for low-income individuals across the U.S. For millions of seniors, it provides financial assistance to help cover long-term care costs. Today, this federal-state program extends to other eligible groups with...