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Sunnygirl1990
Sunnygirl1990 Member Posts: 3
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edited July 18 in Caring for a Parent

I want to be my dad’s caregiver and get paid for it. He only has Medicare. Any suggestions?

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  • harshedbuzz
    harshedbuzz Member Posts: 5,406
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    That strategy is generally used for Medicaid recipient in some states. I'd consult an elder law attorney to see if there's a way to do this legally without compromising Medicaid eligibility should he need care in a facility and outlive his assets. Taking a paycheck for care could be interpreted as gifting in the 5-year-lookback.

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  • H1235
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    You might try calling your local commission on aging. They may not have the answers, but could point you in the right direction.

  • cdgbdr
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    Agree with calling your local agency on Aging. These may be called something else where you live. This is a Medicaid arrangement, so finding out if he qualifies for Medicaid is the first step. Good luck.

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