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We answer 5 common questions about long-term care Medicaid in this easy-to-read resource.
Elder law is a specialized area of legal practice focused on the issues facing older adults and their families — including
long-term care planning, Medicaid eligibility, guardianship, and asset protection. It's typically needed by seniors
planning ahead, adult children helping aging parents, and anyone facing a health crisis that could require nursing home
or long-term care.
Estate planning focuses on what happens to your assets after you pass away, using tools like wills and trusts. Elder law
takes a broader, life-focused approach — addressing incapacity planning, long-term care costs, Medicaid eligibility,
and healthcare decisions while you're still living, in addition to what happens afterward.
Life Care Planning is a holistic, team-based approach that combines legal, healthcare, and financial planning to support
a person through the aging process — not just after death. Unlike traditional estate planning, it includes ongoing
support, such as registered nurse care coordination, as needs change over time.
If you or a family member are facing a new diagnosis, considering long-term care, applying for Medicaid, or need help
with guardianship or a power of attorney, it's a good time to talk to an elder law attorney. Planning early — before a
crisis hits — typically preserves more options and more of your assets.
Indiana's Medicaid rules for long-term care include specific asset and income limits, and mistakes on an application can
trigger penalty periods that delay eligibility. An elder law attorney can help you legally protect assets, prepare the
application, and avoid costly errors — especially if a nursing home stay is imminent.
Dillman & Owen serves families throughout central Indiana, including Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers, and Noblesville,
with offices on the north side (Noblesville) and south side (Indianapolis) of the metro area.
To get started, please complete the form below. An intake specialist from our firm will reach out to schedule an initial consultation. We look forward to serving you.
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