Long-Term Care: An Emotional Journey for Family Members, May 18, 2015

Explanation of moving a loved one to a long-term care facility. Fact sheet designed to discuss some of the common emotions a caregiver may experience when moving a loved one into a long-term care facility & provide some suggestions for dealing with those feelings

Family Councils Facilitator Handbook: A Guide to Creating and Sustaining an Effective Council, May 13, 2015

A guide to creating and sustaining an effective Family Council in a facility.

Can I still qualify for Medicaid nursing facility eligibility if my income is more than the allowed $2,130 per month? September 19, 2013

A Miller Trust is an irrevocable trust established on or before August 10, 1993, for the benefit of an individual and is used to help pay the cost of nursing facility care. The person residing in the nursing facility is designated as the beneficiary, and after the beneficiary’s death, all remaining amounts, up to the amount of Medicaid paid for the beneficiary, are paid to the State, the residuary beneficiary. Once a trust is established, a bank account for monies associated with the trust can be opened. Only certain funds, including the beneficiary’s earned and unearned income, can be deposited into the Miller Trust account. A trustee, usually a spouse or family member, is the person who administers the trust and pays out money.

Long Term Care: an Emotional Journey for Family Members, January 16, 2013

Many times, moving a loved one into a long-term care facility is a true act of love and unselfishness. If the caregiver and the care recipient cannot leave the house, you have both become very isolated. Imagine mom being able to go outside her door to find someone to talk with. There are activities, meals to be shared with friends, and a barrier free area where she can roam.