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Medicaid is the program that (in most states) only pays for long term care (LTC). One must qualify for Medicaid both medically (need for LTC) and financially. A very few states have Medicaid programs that pay for AL. Most states have a 5-year look-back period on the application.
Your profile says your mother has never been diagnosed but is very paranoid. Start by getting her to the doctor for a cognitive and memory assessment. SHe also needs to be checked for other medical issues that can mimic dementia symptoms, like a UTI, thyroid problem, vitamin deficiency, dehydration, HBP, diabetes, stroke, etc. These must be discounted before a more accurarte diagnosis can be made. Then maybe you can discuss meds for anxiety for her. If she has dementia she is less and less able to bring herself to a place of calm on her own.
Teepa Snow has great videos on YouTube to educate caregivers so they can have a better tools to interact with their LOs with dementia for more peaceful and productive daily interactions.
Medicare does not pay for assisted living. Contact Area Agency on Aging to see if they have suggestions. Medicare does not pay for a caregiver at home either.
Medicare does not pay for any kind of residential care. Medicaid will not pay for assisted living either. She may be able to get some hours of homecare service paid for if her doctor orders it. Medicare or Medicaid will not pay for a live-in caregiver for her though.
I’m sorry that you are struggling with this situation.
Medicare pays for home health visits for an aide to help with basic needs such as bathing, a nurse to oversee care and OT and PT or rehab in a facility if these services are needed.
Medicare won’t pay for permanent residency in a facility. Medicaid will pay for a skilled nursing facility in my area but not for an assisted living facility.
Have you contacted Council on Aging in your area to get a needs assessment?
Medicare usually only pays in home care after a Hospital visit or extended Rehab. Its usually for PT/OT and you get an aide for bathing. But thats short-term and once Medicare feels they have hit their plateau, that stops. There is something called "intermittent care" that Medicare pays for that one of our Members was able to get for her Mom and an Aunt.
Medicare is Moms health insurance that will pay for Rehab if needed. Mom needs a suppliment to pick up the 20% Medicare does not pay.
Medicare Advantages are contracted out by Medicare. They are suppose to pay your A&B and have additional benefits. If Mom is on one of these, see if they cover any in home care.
Medicaid is for those who cannot afford health insurance, in home care or Long-term care. There is a different criteria for each. They usually have offices in your Social Services building.
Assisted living and Memory Care are private pay. In my State, you must pay privately for at least 2 yrs for Medicaid to be considered. LTC facilities are also private pay unless your Mom assets are under the Medicaid cap. Same with monthly income like Social Security and pension. Must be under the income cap. There are Miller Trusts and OIT trusts that can be set up for any overage so you can qualify for Medicaid but u need to be in a State that allows it.
Call and talk to a Medicaid caseworker. Ask what is the cap for assets and cap for income. Ask if there are any waivers for AL.
Medicare doesn't pay for either of those things. Post hospitalizations can get listed days at rehab. In home care can be phys or occupational therapy, podiatry and the physical therapy company might be able to arrange some Dr visits. That's about it.
Inhome care is usually more than NH care, so they aren't going to pay for full time care at home. AL is usually too pricey versus a nursing home. AL is really self pay for those who have money. In some states there are some AL facilities who some on this site say, take medicare. Call some in your area
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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No, Medicare does not pay for long term care.
Most Assisted Living facilities are private pay.
What does mom's physician say about her paranoia? Has she ever been seen by a geriatric psychiatrist?
Your profile says your mother has never been diagnosed but is very paranoid. Start by getting her to the doctor for a cognitive and memory assessment. SHe also needs to be checked for other medical issues that can mimic dementia symptoms, like a UTI, thyroid problem, vitamin deficiency, dehydration, HBP, diabetes, stroke, etc. These must be discounted before a more accurarte diagnosis can be made. Then maybe you can discuss meds for anxiety for her. If she has dementia she is less and less able to bring herself to a place of calm on her own.
Teepa Snow has great videos on YouTube to educate caregivers so they can have a better tools to interact with their LOs with dementia for more peaceful and productive daily interactions.
She may be able to get some hours of homecare service paid for if her doctor orders it. Medicare or Medicaid will not pay for a live-in caregiver for her though.
Medicare pays for home health visits for an aide to help with basic needs such as bathing, a nurse to oversee care and OT and PT or rehab in a facility if these services are needed.
Medicare won’t pay for permanent residency in a facility. Medicaid will pay for a skilled nursing facility in my area but not for an assisted living facility.
Have you contacted Council on Aging in your area to get a needs assessment?
Medicare is Moms health insurance that will pay for Rehab if needed. Mom needs a suppliment to pick up the 20% Medicare does not pay.
Medicare Advantages are contracted out by Medicare. They are suppose to pay your A&B and have additional benefits. If Mom is on one of these, see if they cover any in home care.
Medicaid is for those who cannot afford health insurance, in home care or Long-term care. There is a different criteria for each. They usually have offices in your Social Services building.
Assisted living and Memory Care are private pay. In my State, you must pay privately for at least 2 yrs for Medicaid to be considered. LTC facilities are also private pay unless your Mom assets are under the Medicaid cap. Same with monthly income like Social Security and pension. Must be under the income cap. There are Miller Trusts and OIT trusts that can be set up for any overage so you can qualify for Medicaid but u need to be in a State that allows it.
Call and talk to a Medicaid caseworker. Ask what is the cap for assets and cap for income. Ask if there are any waivers for AL.
Inhome care is usually more than NH care, so they aren't going to pay for full time care at home. AL is usually too pricey versus a nursing home. AL is really self pay for those who have money. In some states there are some AL facilities who some on this site say, take medicare. Call some in your area