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What kinds of assisted living facilities are covered by Medicare?

Asked by mami6 | Mar 10, 2010

My mom is 88 and start to show some sign of dementia. I'm looking for assisting living, cover by Medical. Any help on this I'd appreciate.

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arose4yu

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Mar 11, 2010

Unfortunately, assisted living is not covered by Medicare or Medi-cal/Medicaid and is normally paid of out-of--pocket or with long term insurance. The only options are nursing homes which the patient is normally required to spend down their own savings before Medi-cal takes over. Of course, there are ways around it but you'd have to consult with an elderlaw attorney.

Go to your nearest elder care center for help finding resources. You also should alert your mom's doctor so they can put her on medication to slow down the progress (Aricept and Namenda) IF they determine she is in fact showing signs.

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