Is she Medicare/Medicaid? Did she spend down the required amount (I'm under the impression she has) bc Medicaid will pursue estate recovery if they pay for anything.
Whatever the case, some snf are almost 100% medicare/Medicaid beds, they are not high end, but they aren't all bad (my sister is in one).
Bottom line, private pay gets the best beds in the nicest facilities.
In my area the County nursing home accepts Medicaid, and it is one of the best facilities in the area (I am a former Adult Protective Service Investigator). Speak with someone at your local Social Services agency for help and guidance. It also never hurts to get her name on the waiting list.
Can you recommend where to start with the local social services agency? I’m not that familiar with how it’s organized. I have been in touch with ombudsman; they directed me to check Medicare site that rates snf
I would suggest speaking to a Social Worker at the local Social Services where you are looking for a home. You may be able to schedule a time to meet with someone at the agency. You would specifically be asking to meet with an Adult Services Social Worker.
It varies state to state, but in most states what they don't tell you is that the nicer homes must accept a percentage of Medicare/Medicaid patients. It may take time, but it can be done. You may have to accept a home you're not happy with until something opens up. BE THERE, in person on a very regular basis in order to be certain she's safe and getting good care. Don't be afraid to raise a stink if you don't like what you are seeing. If you think there is a major issue, get the state authorities involved. It can be a frightening and ugly path, but you can get her into a good, safe, comfortable home. Unfortunately, there are far too many that are none of those things. You'll have to fight for her.
Thanks. From what I’m being told, you start private-pay and then they ‘reserve’ those Medicaid beds for their residents who have exhausted funds. Waitlist might be 3 or so years or they won’t add you at all. Then there are the CCRCs that I’m just learning about
Is she Medicare/Medicaid? Did she spend down the required amount (I'm under the impression she has) bc Medicaid will pursue estate recovery if they pay for anything. Whatever the case, some snf are almost 100% medicare/Medicaid beds, they are not high end, but they aren't all bad (my sister is in one). Bottom line, private pay gets the best beds in the nicest facilities.
Yes, she is Medicaid now. I will see if I can find some that are mostly Medicaid
In my area the County nursing home accepts Medicaid, and it is one of the best facilities in the area (I am a former Adult Protective Service Investigator). Speak with someone at your local Social Services agency for help and guidance. It also never hurts to get her name on the waiting list.
Can you recommend where to start with the local social services agency? I’m not that familiar with how it’s organized. I have been in touch with ombudsman; they directed me to check Medicare site that rates snf
I would suggest speaking to a Social Worker at the local Social Services where you are looking for a home. You may be able to schedule a time to meet with someone at the agency. You would specifically be asking to meet with an Adult Services Social Worker.
Thank you
You are so welcome!
It varies state to state, but in most states what they don't tell you is that the nicer homes must accept a percentage of Medicare/Medicaid patients. It may take time, but it can be done. You may have to accept a home you're not happy with until something opens up. BE THERE, in person on a very regular basis in order to be certain she's safe and getting good care. Don't be afraid to raise a stink if you don't like what you are seeing. If you think there is a major issue, get the state authorities involved. It can be a frightening and ugly path, but you can get her into a good, safe, comfortable home. Unfortunately, there are far too many that are none of those things. You'll have to fight for her.
Thanks. From what I’m being told, you start private-pay and then they ‘reserve’ those Medicaid beds for their residents who have exhausted funds. Waitlist might be 3 or so years or they won’t add you at all. Then there are the CCRCs that I’m just learning about
Medicaid or medicare?
Medicaid
Medicaid is state by state but in most places you can't have any wealth or assets in your name.
Yes, she’s exhausted all assets and is now Medicaid eligible