Medicaid Planning

Sykes Elder Law has a wealth of knowledge and experience dealing with Medicaid Planning as well as other Elder Law Services. We would be more than happy to discuss your situation and answer your questions; click here to contact us.

If you would like more information about Medicaid Planning, please review the information in the blog posts below.

Understanding the Medicaid Application Process In Pennsylvania

Understanding the Medicaid Application Process In Pennsylvania

This blog post is the tenth chapter of a series entitled “How to Qualify for Medicaid in Pennsylvania.” This post focuses specifically on the Medicaid Application Process. Qualifying for Medicaid can be confusing and complicated, but this guide helps explain it...
Are Children Responsible for Parents’ Medicaid Bills

Are Children Responsible for Parents’ Medicaid Bills

This blog post is the ninth chapter of a series entitled “How to Qualify for Medicaid in Pennsylvania”. This post discusses whether a Medicaid applicant’s children may be liable for care costs. Qualifying for Medicaid can be confusing and complicated, but this...
How to “Spend Down” to Qualify for Medicaid in Pennsylvania

How to “Spend Down” to Qualify for Medicaid in Pennsylvania

This blog post is the eighth chapter of a series entitled “How to Qualify for Medicaid in Pennsylvania.” This post focuses specifically on how to qualify by spending down. Qualifying for Medicaid can be confusing and complicated, but this guide helps explain it...
When No “Spend-Down” is Necessary

When No “Spend-Down” is Necessary

This blog post is the sixth chapter of a series entitled “How to Qualify for Medicaid in Pennsylvania” that focuses specifically on when spend-down in necessary. Qualifying for Medicaid can be confusing and complicated, but this guide explains it in plain English.  If...
How Does Spouse Income Affect Medicaid Eligibility in Pennsylvania

How Does Spouse Income Affect Medicaid Eligibility in Pennsylvania

This blog is the fifth chapter of a series entitled “How to Qualify for Medicaid in Pennsylvania” that focuses specifically on the program for long-term care. Qualifying for Medicaid can be confusing and complicated, but this guide explains it in plain English.  If...