Question from Caring.com Community Member, Chrissy
Is there any way of getting around selling my mom's house/assets before she goes to assisted living? Does Medicaid pay for any assisted living? My mom does get about $1500 from social security.
Answer
It depends on the state where she lives. Medicaid is a state administered program and each state sets its own guidelines regarding eligibility and services. Go to: http://www.cms.hhs.gov/home/medicaid.asp for information and phone numbers for your state.
