The Eldercare Guide
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The Brevy Eldercare Guide aims to make eldercare in America navigable for the families in the middle of it, by explaining the nuances behind how Medicaid, Medicare, VA benefits, caregiving, and the cost of care actually work.
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- Can I get paid as a family caregiver?Many states let Medicaid pay a family member for the hours of care they already provide, usually through a self-directed waiver program. Who can be hired, what it pays, and whether a spouse qualifies depend on the state.49 guides
- Does Mom's income disqualify her?The income and asset limits, and what actually counts toward them.33 guides
- How do I actually apply?What to gather, where to file, and how long a decision takes.64 guides
- Will Medicaid take the house?How estate recovery works, and who is protected from it.52 guides
- What kind of care does she need?Home care, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes.451 guides
- Is Dad's service worth a benefit?VA Aid and Attendance, for a wartime veteran or a surviving spouse.244 guides
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Benefits, care, and cost. State by state.
- MedicaidWho qualifies, what counts as income, how to apply, and what happens to the house afterward.872 guides · 51 states
- MedicareParts A through D, Advantage against Medigap, enrollment windows, and what Medicare will not cover.304 guides · 50 states
- VA benefitsAid and Attendance, Housebound, and the VA long-term care benefits a veteran or surviving spouse can claim.363 guides · 50 states
- CaregivingGetting paid to care for a relative, arranging respite, and handling dementia care day to day.370 guides · 50 states
- Types of careHome care, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — what each covers and what it costs.451 guides · 50 states
- Paying for careLong-term care costs, the ways families pay for them, and the planning that happens before a crisis.177 guides · 50 states