And that is: self-pay, long-term care insurance, and public benefits like Medicaid.
In Arizona, Medicaid benefits that pay for nursing home care are handled through the Arizona Long Term Care System (“ALTCS”).
An ALTCS Applicant Must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful resident alien;
- Be an Arizona resident;
- Be at significant risk for institutionalization;
- Have an income less than the income cap; and
- Have countable resources worth less than the resource limit.
Veterans may be eligible for programs that help pay for nursing home care. We can discuss eligibility for Medicaid or VA benefits during your appointment. It’s important to plan ahead to meet the financial eligibility criteria for public benefit programs. There are tools we can use to hang onto as many assets as possible while still getting you or your loved on the best care.