Elder Law & Medicaid Learning Center By Scott Law Office.

If you’re thinking about giving away money or property before applying for Florida Medicaid, you’re not alone. Many families assume that transferring assets early is a smart way to qualify for nursing home coverage. Unfortunately, this well-intentioned strategy is one […]

When a parent is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia, the family’s world can change almost overnight. Eventually, the condition may progress to a point where nursing home care is required. At that moment, a flood of questions arrives, long before […]

After a parent passes away, most families do not expect the state of Florida to seek repayment for Medicaid benefits. Yet every year, thousands of families receive letters from the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) seeking reimbursement from a […]

When a marriage ends later in life, the financial and legal consequences can feel overwhelming. That is especially true when Medicaid eligibility is part of their financial picture. For many Florida couples, Medicaid planning assumes both spouses will remain married. […]