Elder Law & Medicaid Planning Pennsylvania
The Caregiver Child Exemption in Pennsylvania: Transferring the Family Home Without Medicaid Penalties
How the Caregiver Child Exemption Works in PAIn Pennsylvania, transferring a house to a family member for less than fair market value usually triggers a harsh penalty period under...
Pennsylvania Filial Responsibility Law: Can Nursing Homes Sue Adult Children for Unpaid Care Bills?
Understanding Pennsylvania's Filial Responsibility LawFor most Americans, the idea that a child can be legally forced to pay for their parent's debts seems incorrect. However, Pen...
Navigating Pennsylvania’s 5-Year Medicaid Look-Back Period: Timelines, Penalty Divisors, and Exemptions
Understanding PA's 5-Year Medicaid Look-BackWhen applying for Medical Assistance to pay for long-term care in a Pennsylvania nursing home, the Department of Human Services (DHS) r...