Need find a lawyer that works for free with elderly people for power of attorney?

What you really need to do is to talk to an attorney who works with the elderly. A "free" power of attorney may or may not be wise...I frequently...

Is a $13,000 gift allowed for Medicaid?

The $13,000 figure you mentioned is a federal gift tax rule...that is the amount a person may give to an individual without needing to file a gift...

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Medicaid Financial Resource Question

You should talk to an elder law attorney in the state where your mother's nursing home is located. As a general rule, the question will come down...

What happens to money my mom allowed me to use and she is in a nursing home looking at medicaid?

The post from attorney Cloninger is well-stated. You do need legal assistance. I would add that there may be ways to remedy everything that has...

Mother incurring debit in nursing home. Am I liable.

The key to avoid personal liability is to be sure not to sign a personal guarantee. Also, if you are acting for your mother as her power of...

Is there a way to protect assets for spouse when husband has nursing home costs?

It depends on the law of the State where the nursing home resident lives. Generally speaking the at home spouse can keep at least 50% of the...