Update:  A 2 1/2 year "look back" for Community Medicaid was passed by the NY State Legislature, but never implemented.  Whether it will ever be implemented is unknown. 

Currently, New Yorkers can to apply for Community Medicaid services without being subject to the “look back.”

If you are worried about long-term care costs, now is the time to start planning.  You may think you’re not eligible for Medicaid, but if so, it's likely you are mistaken.  There are steps most New Yorkers can take to achieve eligibility, while also protecting their assets.  These steps can allow them to keep their money working for them and still qualify for Medicaid benefits, affording them access to high quality health care and long-term care.

Call us or email us today to make an appointment for a consultation.  There’s no time to waste – applying for Medicaid takes time no matter how simple you think your case might be.  You can avoid paying privately for high-cost assistance in your home, if you take the right steps.