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Monthly Archives: October 2013

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Tree branches with dense foliage against a clear sky, symbolizing stability and support in the context of elder law and Medicaid eligibility after a spouse's death.

Staying Eligible for Medicaid after the Death of a Spouse

When one member of a couple moves to a nursing home, we expect that spouse will be the first to die, but this isn’t always the case. What happens if a Medicaid recipient's spouse dies first?

October 10, 2013

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Protect Family Assets from Nursing Home Costs with Medicaid Secrets

Attorneys Jodi Murphy & Michelle A. Berglund-Harper co-authored Medicaid Secrets – the definitive guide on unveiling the mystery of how to qualify for Medicaid benefits. This book is a must have to understand federal laws surrounding qualifying for Medicaid and Veteran’s benefits.

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