If our father is now in a nursing home but still owns his own home, what will happen to it if he files for Medicare?
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If our father is now in a nursing home but still owns his own home, what will happen to it if he files for Medicare?
He is 90 and has Alzheimer’s disease. He has no money and his home is in a Trust. Will that be an objection to apply for Medicare or will they make him sell it?
Asked on September 19, 2014 under Estate Planning, Florida
Answers:
Anne Brady / Law Office of Anne Brady
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
All seniors qualify for Medicare part A by virtue of their age. Part A covers skilled nursing home care. If the home is owned by a trust, and your father is the trustee, he should be able to keep his home.
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