At Rothkoff Law Group, advocating for quality long-term care in Pennsylvania is a part of our day-to-day. As our loved ones age, their need for healthcare and personal assistance tends to increase. Whether your loved one is in the early stages of dementia, undergoing short-term rehabilitation after hospital admission, or in need of long-term nursing home care, accessing the best care and figuring out how best to pay for it can be overwhelming burdens. Wherever this journey begins, advocacy is important to address all of these issues.
In pursuit of quality long-term care in Pennsylvania, our clients are often surprised to learn that while Medicare pays for short-term rehabilitation in a nursing home, Medicare will not pay for long-term care in the same nursing home. Our clients are also surprised to learn Medicaid does not pay for assisted living or personal care in Pennsylvania. These costs can exceed $15,000 monthly.
Paying for long-term care is not the only area of misunderstanding. The actual care options are frequently misunderstood. Families may mistakenly believe their loved one requires a higher or lower level of care than is necessary, leading to further confusion and possibly higher expenses than necessary.
When starting your search for long-term care, whether for yourself or a loved one, it is important to surround yourself with experienced professionals who are able to (i) advocate for the best care possible in the least restrictive environment, (ii) figure out ways to pay for that care, and (iii) protect resources to maintain a high quality of life.
The Elder Care Law Attorneys, Care Coordinators, and Public Benefits Specialists of Rothkoff Law Group integrate care, asset, and legal planning to assure you indeed find and get the best care, can pay for that care, and maintain a high quality of care.