Misunderstanding Medicare

Many retirees and aging seniors mistakenly believe that Medicare covers long-term care.  But, it does not.

Assuming you are in line for “free” assistance related to medical & health concerns can have truly dire consequences.  Those seniors who have counted on Medicare to pay for assisted living care are vulnerable to being financially and emotionally devastated when care needs arise.

Medicare enrollees should understand that Medicare will not help whatsoever if long-term care is required at a nursing home, assisted living community, or home care services.

The government program that can pay for long-term care in some circumstances is Medicaid rather than Medicare.  (In Massachusetts, this program is known as MassHealth.)  However, Medicaid is only available to seniors who have already spent nearly all their assets on care, and is generally considered a last resort option.

JD Miller

About JD Miller

John D. Miller is the founder/owner of Home Care Partners, LLC, a Massachusetts business providing private duty, personalized in-home assistance and companion care services to those needing help in daily activities and household functions. Phone: (781) 378-2164 Email: [email protected] Website: https://homecarepartnersma.com
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