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Elderly stepfather trying to deny care to mother with a "new" Living trust in his name only
Created by austinchild 21 hrs ago in Finances

I'm quiting my job to care for my mother.
Comment by AlwaysMyDuty 5 days ago in Finances, 28 Comments

My Mother's house need a major overhaul -- but I'm afraid to sink $45k into it to just have Medicaid take over her house once she needs help
Comment by AlwaysMyDuty Aug 17, 2010 in Finances, 5 Comments

Long distance Power of Attorney and endorsing checks...
Comment by crystalmpn Aug 13, 2010 in Finances, 12 Comments

My brother financially exploited my 78 year old mother.
Comment by Amethyst2009 Jul 31, 2010 in Finances, 12 Comments

Elderly stepfather trying to deny care to mother with a "new" Living trust in his name only
Created by austinchild 21 hrs ago in Finances

I'm quiting my job to care for my mother.
Comment by AlwaysMyDuty 5 days ago in Finances, 28 Comments

My Mother's house need a major overhaul -- but I'm afraid to sink $45k into it to just have Medicaid take over her house once she needs help
Comment by AlwaysMyDuty Aug 17, 2010 in Finances, 5 Comments

Long distance Power of Attorney and endorsing checks...
Comment by crystalmpn Aug 13, 2010 in Finances, 12 Comments

My brother financially exploited my 78 year old mother.
Comment by Amethyst2009 Jul 31, 2010 in Finances, 12 Comments

I moved my mother and father into my home over a year ago. My dad has Alzhemier's. My Mom is 72 and in failing health. need Financial Help
Created by kellyapp Jul 20, 2010 in Finances

Is there way to get financial help to care for my mother. Four days before her 60th birthday, she suffered a massive stroke.
Created by Charmgyrl Jul 14, 2010 in Finances

I just found out my mother has a credit card and she owes $900.00 on it. She is on a limited income.
Comment by Crowemagnum Jul 6, 2010 in Finances, 1 Comment

We are in the process of moving my 81 yr old father who is under hospice care from Florida to North Carolina to live with us. I have been
Created by kareckholm Jun 23, 2010 in Finances

I quit my job in PA to move to FL to take care of my widowed mother. Is there financial help available to move her back to PA so I can work
Comment by Lilliput Jun 15, 2010 in Finances, 1 Comment

What will they do next with mom's money - not allowed to talk to mom.
Comment by blessedbyher Jun 11, 2010 in Finances, 2 Comments

Widows of Veterans Aid for assisted living or nursing homes.
Comment by MindingOurElders Jun 10, 2010 in Finances, 1 Comment

How to deal with siblings not providing support
Comment by hocuspocus Jun 4, 2010 in Finances, 99 Comments

We need to move my dad into a senior community, we need to find out the rules on selling his house to a relative. Who would we talk to.
Comment by lach61 Jun 2, 2010 in Finances, 2 Comments

Credit card is closed and has balance of $1000. Assited Living Home costs $2500 monthly and budget is lean. Is it better to continue making
Comment by MindingOurElders May 22, 2010 in Finances, 1 Comment

My grandmother is having difficulty managing her monthly bills and needs someone trustworthy to assist her in managing her money
Comment by kissmchris May 20, 2010 in Finances, 3 Comments

I have moved here with my husband and children to for my grandmother. We are still trying to adjust but we have no income yet.
Created by wendycarter May 14, 2010 in Finances

Financial Aid for the CAREGIVER
Comment by anglpetals May 12, 2010 in Finances, 8 Comments

is it possible to receive financial help. she has a very low income to pay for prescriptions and bills. i also live and take care of home.
Comment by MindingOurElders Apr 28, 2010 in Finances, 1 Comment

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financial aid caring for spouse with cancer?
Asked by diannasandwers 2 days ago in Finances

Could you tell me where I could go for help and get money assitance to help me with bills?
Asked by venekai Aug 19, 2010 in Finances

I take care of my grandmother who is 101-years-old. Can I get financial support from the government?
Asked by aback Aug 12, 2010 in Finances

My husband at 56, had a stroke and can no longer work. I cant work due to caring for him. Is there any kind of financial aid for us?
Asked by slcrider Aug 11, 2010 in Finances

My only adult child's lack of financial wisdom scares me. How do I protect my legal and financial affairs?
Asked by rcgrammie Aug 2, 2010 in Finances

financial aid caring for spouse with cancer?
Asked by diannasandwers 2 days ago in Finances

Could you tell me where I could go for help and get money assitance to help me with bills?
Asked by venekai Aug 19, 2010 in Finances

I take care of my grandmother who is 101-years-old. Can I get financial support from the government?
Asked by aback Aug 12, 2010 in Finances

My husband at 56, had a stroke and can no longer work. I cant work due to caring for him. Is there any kind of financial aid for us?
Asked by slcrider Aug 11, 2010 in Finances

My only adult child's lack of financial wisdom scares me. How do I protect my legal and financial affairs?
Asked by rcgrammie Aug 2, 2010 in Finances

Any chance for a miracle? We may have to move out of state, leaving my mom(89) in a board/care. My husband lost his job, I'm on disability.
Asked by caremom1 Jul 27, 2010 in Finances

If I have to quit my job to care for my husband is there a way and How and where do I start to get information on how I can get paid?
Asked by deestiny9100 Jul 18, 2010 in Finances

We're paying for home health care out of pocket, are these expenses legally tax deductible?
Asked by KRAFT Jul 17, 2010 in Finances

Can I get paid for caregiving in Illinois?
Asked by maritzarodrigu Jul 13, 2010 in Finances

My husband is blind and gets SS benefits. Is there any financial help for the caregiving spouse?
Asked by carollwood1954 Jul 7, 2010 in Finances

Is there any additional prescription insurance available to reduce the cost of Medicare Donut-hole expenses?
Asked by elts56 Jun 27, 2010 in Finances

Should I move Mom's (age 86) mutual funds to money market now that she is drawing out a substantial amount to pay for assisted living?
Asked by mmcderment Jun 25, 2010 in Finances

How do I get paid to take care of him?
Asked by ddking4301 Jun 23, 2010 in Finances

What social security benefits are available for caregivers?
Asked by ampdiva2008 Jun 15, 2010 in Finances

Is there any funding for my mother that is in a nursing home to pay for her personal expenses?
Asked by jpspp Jun 9, 2010 in Finances

How can I get paid for taking care of my grandmother? I wouldnt miind doing it for free, but I have to pay my bills.
Asked by amberpierce25 Jun 3, 2010 in Finances

If an adult child files for bankruptcy, how does this affect their elderly parent?
Asked by cgarcia1923 May 20, 2010 in Finances

I've been working, but because my mom is on her last stages of COPD, I can no longer work full time. This has become a significant financial hardship on my family. What help or resources are available for caregivers?
Asked by shoney0912 May 13, 2010 in Finances

Is assisted living considered a medical tax deduction?
Asked by eclaypool May 12, 2010 in Finances

My parents receive SS, but they have no money. They owe money on their mortgage. What can they do?
Asked by jana May 10, 2010 in Finances

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Does Durable Power of Attorney give me the right to take away my mother's check book and not allow her to write checks anymore from her account?
Answered by TheFixer 2 days ago in Finances, 1 Answer

Mom has $636/mo income, Dad has $1900. Dad arranged so Mom paid all bills. Dad now in nursing home. Can he start paying 1/2 bills now?
Answered by MindingOurElders 2 days ago in Finances, 1 Answer

How should my mother's assets (savings, deed to house, etc) be set for minimum death taxes?
Answered by MindingOurElders 6 days ago in Finances, 1 Answer

Is claiming my father on my taxes all of the financial help I can get?
Answered by MiaMadre Aug 22, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

As I am the primary caregiver for my mother. I was told that I may qualify for some kind of monetary payment.
Answered by mydog1 Aug 18, 2010 in Finances, 2 Answers

Does Durable Power of Attorney give me the right to take away my mother's check book and not allow her to write checks anymore from her account?
Answered by TheFixer 2 days ago in Finances, 1 Answer

Mom has $636/mo income, Dad has $1900. Dad arranged so Mom paid all bills. Dad now in nursing home. Can he start paying 1/2 bills now?
Answered by MindingOurElders 2 days ago in Finances, 1 Answer

How should my mother's assets (savings, deed to house, etc) be set for minimum death taxes?
Answered by MindingOurElders 6 days ago in Finances, 1 Answer

Is claiming my father on my taxes all of the financial help I can get?
Answered by MiaMadre Aug 22, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

As I am the primary caregiver for my mother. I was told that I may qualify for some kind of monetary payment.
Answered by mydog1 Aug 18, 2010 in Finances, 2 Answers

What is the best way to obtain power of attorney for purposes of assistance with finances?
Answered by stardust11 Aug 16, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

Can she get financial assistance?
Answered by LynnPO Aug 15, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

I am going to be a caregiver for both my parents. Can I get financial help from the state of Nevada?
Answered by edvierajr Aug 15, 2010 in Finances, 2 Answers

Where can I find money to help with the medical costs?
Answered by MindingOurElders Aug 12, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

I am caring for my Mom who has dementia. She has a little money from the sale of her home. Can I use this money?
Answered by sansiam Aug 4, 2010 in Finances, 3 Answers

Mom has alzheimers and lives in asst living. All her saving have been spent keeping her there. Is there any financial help available?
Answered by AgingCareTeam Aug 3, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

Can I get free monies to help me financially while taking care of my mother?
Answered by AgingCareTeam Aug 3, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

I take care of my elderly parents and heard there could be financial help for this, whom do I contact?
Answered by AgingCareTeam Aug 3, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

where do I find financial aid for my mother who lives with me?
Answered by AgingCareTeam Aug 3, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

70-year-old mother-in-law is hoarder and has spending problems. We have POA. How do we keep her from ruining herself financially?
Answered by ashford10 Aug 3, 2010 in Finances, 6 Answers

I have my Father (Alzheimer's) and Father-in-law (stroke) both living with me....im broke. Can I get any financial help?
Answered by MindingOurElders Aug 3, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

What financial assistances is available to a grandchild taking care of their grandmother 24-hours-a-day?
Answered by MindingOurElders Aug 3, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

How do we get my Mom's money out of her for-sale house before her funds run out to pay for her assisted living?
Answered by mmcneil Aug 3, 2010 in Finances, 2 Answers

I there any financial support I can get to help with the cost of taking care of my mom?
Answered by MindingOurElders Aug 2, 2010 in Finances, 1 Answer

Is it legal for an elderly to leave his rental property to his hired professional caregiver?
Answered by blueridgevoyag Aug 1, 2010 in Finances, 2 Answers

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