Medicaid Planning

Rockford, Illinois, Attorneys Handling Medicaid Planning

Just a few years of nursing home care can destroy a lifetime of prudent financial decisions, fully consuming family assets and leaving family members with nothing. Although this can be disappointing to children losing an expected inheritance, it can be truly devastating to a spouse, left to live on limited assets while pouring funds into nursing home care.

With advanced Medicaid planning, you may be able to limit the disastrous financial effects of nursing home care.

At the law firm of Schlueter Ecklund in Rockland, Illinois, our experienced estate planning attorneys can help you effectively plan to increase your Medicaid eligibility. We have been serving the people of Rock River Valley for more than 30 years, and each of our attorneys has more than 25 years of individual legal experience. Contact us today to discuss Medicaid planning.

To Protect Yourself and Your Family, Talk to a Lawyer Today

Frequently, people wait too long to begin planning to ensure Medicaid eligibility. The Medicaid guidelines related to asset protection have become more stringent, leaving many people unable to qualify for assistance before draining their personal assets. The sooner you begin preparing for Medicaid eligibility, the more successful you may be.

However, it is never too late to plan. Even if a family member will be entering a nursing home soon, there are still things that you can do to protect your assets. We will guide you through the appropriate legal steps, working to maximize Medicaid eligibility for your loved ones.

Contact us today to discuss your Medicaid planning concerns.