Medicare’s coverage of nursing home care is very limited. So, what is the primary method of paying for nursing home care in New Jersey when you do not have the resources to do so otherwise? The answer is Medicaid. However, navigating the Medicaid system is complicated and confusing. Here are the basics: Medicaid is a …

By David Salvaggio, Esq. Many people believe that Medicare covers long-term nursing home care in New Jersey. In fact, Medicare’s coverage of nursing home care is quite limited. Medicare covers up to 100 days of “skilled nursing care” per illness, but several requirements must be met before the nursing home stay is covered. These requirements result …

Knowing When to Hire an Elder Abuse Attorney Many elderly citizens rely on their care in nursing homes or from in-home workers as they age. While these facilities and workers are meant to keep your loved ones safe, sometimes they end up harming them. Vulnerable adults are sometimes subjected to neglect, abuse, or exploitation while …