How Will I Pay for a Nursing Home?

Medicaid (government welfare) was long-used as the preferred way by many of preserving family assets while also receiving necessary care. This was accomplished by what is known as Medicaid planning.  Because of recent changes in federal law designed to tighten eligibility requirements, the advantages of such planning have been greatly reduced. As a consequence, long term health care insurance has become a much more desirable option for serving the same the purpose.