Since it’s tax season once again, many caregivers of our clients who are residents of an assisted living facility inquire about the tax deductibility of assisted living costs. The IRS provides rules for deducting certain qualified long-term care costs as medical expenses. Normally, the costs of nursing home care should be deductible, but the status of Assisted Living Facility (ALF) costs has not been as clear.
Get expert tips to confidently choose a Continuing Care Retirement Community that fits your lifestyle, care needs, and budget.
Learn how to legally deduct assisted living costs as medical expenses. Understand IRS rules, eligibility requirements, and more.
Understanding how to choose a home care agency is important for your loved one; from evaluating credentials and costs to ensuring your loved one receives the personalized care they need.
Learn what the last covered day under Medicare really means and how to protect your loved one from an early nursing home discharge.
Discover the legal and ethical considerations of Video Surveillance in Nursing Homes, including consent rules, privacy laws, and family rights in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Searching for the right home care agency for your loved one can feel overwhelming. With so an abundance of options in the southern New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania area available, there are many factors to consider and questions to ask to ensure your loved one receives the best care possible. Understanding how to choose a home care agency will help you make this important decision with confidence, knowing you've done everything possible to prioritize your loved one's safety, health, and well-being. Assessing Your Loved One’s Needs Before you begin searching for a home care agency, take time to assess your [...]
Making the decision to transition a senior loved one into an assisted living community can be a complex and emotional process. Families want to ensure their loved ones are safe, happy, and receiving the support they need while maintaining as much independence as possible. We’ve put together a few tips so you know how to choose the right assisted living community for your loved one’s needs, preferences, and lifestyle. Understanding Assisted Living vs. Long-Term Care Before selecting a community, it’s important to understand the difference between an assisted living community and a long-term care facility. Assisted living communities are designed [...]
When choosing the right care for an aging family member, the decision can be emotional and overwhelming. One aspect of this process is understanding the rights in New Jersey nursing homes that you and your loved one have as a resident. These rights are enshrined in law to ensure that residents receive the quality of care, respect, privacy, and dignity they deserve. This guide to the rights in New Jersey nursing homes will navigate you through various aspects, empowering you to make well-informed elder care decisions for yourself or a loved one. Quality of Care The foremost priority in any [...]
The search for appropriate long-term care for yourself or a loved one can be fraught with concerns and questions. Among the most important aspects to understand are the rights in Pennsylvania nursing homes. Knowing these rights ensures that residents receive the quality of care, dignity, privacy, and respect they deserve. This piece aims to guide you through understanding the rights in Pennsylvania nursing homes, helping you make informed decisions that prioritize the well-being and security of those you care about. Quality of Care Residents of nursing homes in Pennsylvania have the right to receive appropriate and consistent medical care, nourishment, [...]
