Planning Considerations: New York's New Medicaid Eligibility Requirements for Long-Term Care

Significant changes to New York's Medicaid program recently went into effect that impact the ability of seniors to obtain the home care services they need. Join elder law attorney Anthony J. Enea, Esq. of Enea, Scanlan, and Sirignano, LLP for a program highlighting some of the most important changes - including the imposition of a lookback period for Medicaid Home Care, as well as modifications to the consumer-directed Medicaid program. Learn what steps can be taken to prepare in light of these changes.

Learning Objectives:

1. Discuss the eligibility requirements for New York's Medicaid Home Care program, including financial eligibility and ADL requirements

2. Explore recent changes to the Medicaid Home Care program that is now in effect, and how they impact those needing care

3. Identify the long-term care planning options currently available in light of the program changes