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Is Medicaid Planning Considered Ethical?

With the help of elder law attorneys, those needing long-term care often artificially impoverish themselves in order to qualify for Medicaid coverage, thereby preserving their savings either for their healthy spouse or their children. Is this practice ethical? 

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Retirement Community Cannot Forbid Medicaid Spend-Down

Maryland's highest court has ruled that a continuing care retirement community's requirement that residents not spend down their assets to qualify for Medicaid violates Medicaid law.

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Social Security Overpayment Rules Are Changing Once Again

Effective March 27, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) reinstates the 100 percent policy to recover overpayments, reverting from the previous 10 percent withholding rate established in early 2024.

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Home Safety for Aging in Place: A Guide for Older Adults

Aging in place safely can involve making modifications to ensure well-being, comfort, and accessibility for older adults. Check out some practical tips to create a safer living environment for aging loved ones.

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2024 Survey Shows Long-Term Care Costs Continue to Rise

The latest annual cost of care survey by Genworth and CareScout offers insight into the cost trends of long-term care in the United States.

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