Wednesday, April 8, 2015

How To Pay For Elder Care

By Joanna Walsh


There will come a time when you may be facing the question of how to finance senior services for a loved one. You may need to arrange for a loved one or you might be thinking ahead for when the time arrives when you will need help. There are a number of ways that you can pay for elder care. Conducting a bit of research will make it easier to find financing.

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.

Some families also finance these services through loans or by using credit cards. Sometimes this type of financing is for convenience and other times out of necessity. Families that are financially set often have the funds to pay for the services themselves. However, others might choose this financing option purely for convenience. Some people arrange for monthly payments.

If the person who needs care has a home with equity they can use it as an option for funding. A reverse mortgage will work if the person is able to remain living in the home with services. The reverse mortgage requires the person receiving the money to live in the property. To make certain that you find the right funding for your situation contact a professional specializing in elder services. This is the person that can help arrange for the services and help determine financing options available.




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