The long term care system is a maze and Medicaid in particular is quite complicated.  A recent call to our office illustrates that even after receiving Medicaid there are pitfalls to avoid that can cause one to lose Medicaid.  Mary (names have been changed) called us because she had been

Every so often, I come across a situation that illustrates so clearly the dangers of going it alone or getting bad advice when dealing with the common issues and dilemmas that are aging in America.  I received a call this week from a son in Mississippi.  Mom and Dad, no longer able to live