As people age, the status of their health changes -- sometimes in a moment. It pays to be prepared. If someone is in need of long-term skilled nursing care but does not have the private funds to cover ...

While estate planning is often associated with wills and trusts, Medicaid and long-term care plans can play a crucial role in ...

As Congress looks for ways to reduce the federal deficit, Medicaid is in the spotlight. Last week, the GOP-led House passed a budget framework that allows both chambers of Congress to work on a major ...

According to health law expert Allison Hoffman, it’s a problem of will.

This year, California took the second of two steps to allow residents with unlimited assets to participate in its Medicaid long-term services and supports (LTSS) program. Advocates hoped the move ...

The federal program is the biggest source of money for long-term care for the elderly and disabled. Republican proposals to cut its budget could... As Congress looks for ways to reduce the federal ...