How To Pay For Elder Care

Thursday, 9 April 2015

By Joanna Walsh


At some point in your life you will be faced with the task of figuring out how you will finance senior services. The time might come for you to arrange for a family member, or you may want to plan ahead for yourself. There are several ways for folks to pay for elder care. Doing some research beforehand will help make things easier.

This type of service may not actually cost what you think. However, there are several ways that you will be able to pay for services when needed. When it comes time to arrange for the care of a loved one you will have the information you need on how to finance the services. Many people are surprised at the different types of financing available to them.

Insurance is the best option when it comes to paying for services. Many people do not even know if they are covered for this kind of service through their policy. Take a good look at your insurance policy to see if you have this kind of coverage. Look for money that is available for skilled nursing, assisted living, and in home health care services.

There also may be coverage available through programs for veterans and the surviving spouse of a veteran. A program called Homemaker/Home Health Aid VA may provide coverage to these folks. There are specific qualifications to be met in order to be eligible for this program. It is best to contact a Veterans Administration office in your area to learn what may be available to you and your family.

There may also be some support available through your state programming. Many states offer families support when there is no other way to finance needed care services. Many programs will assist with paying for permanent and temporary services when no other funding assistance is available.

Additionally, a number charitable organizations often provide donations or grants to those who need help to pay for services. An organization might be a non charitable or charitable group. Take some time to research these organizations in your area to see what kind of support they can offer and what the application requires.

There are some families that finance the services by credit card and loans. This might be out of necessity or convenience. Some families may be financially stable and have the extra funds to finance the care. Others may choose this type of financing for the convenience. Although not ideal for everyone, some folks choose to make monthly installments to cover the services for an elder.

Finally, if the person needing the care owns their home and has available equity, it can be used to secure funding. Funding can be obtained through a reverse mortgage. It is worth checking into this option especially if the person is in need of in home services. A reverse mortgage stipulates that the recipient must be living in the home. It is a good idea to call someone who specializes in helping folks arrange for senior care services.




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