Vouga Elder Law, LLC Veterans & Seniors Asset Protection

Medicaid Planning

Experienced Attorney in Chesterfield, Missouri: Medicaid Asset Protection

Over 33 Years of Experience

Asset preservation and financial planning are the focus of Elder Law. Estate Planning is not just about what happens to your assets after you pass away- effective planning looks at all issues, from death and disability, to Medicaid, Veteran's benefits, in home care, and nursing home care. The goal is to take steps to preserve your financial independence for as long as possible and to appoint an advocate in case of your incapacity. We also assist clients in planning for the huge financial cost of possible long term care needs, including in home and nursing home care.

Vouga Elder Law will provide you with comprehensive options that will allow you to preserve assets while you are alive and well, provide for and guide your loved ones if you should become disabled, and to still give what you protect to those you love and who love you.

For a free initial consultation, contact our office or call us at 636-591-0089

or toll-free at 1-866-625-9657.

Our Medicaid Asset Protection Practice

If you are over 65 or are disabled, you can qualify for reimbursement of health expenses under Medicaid. We can help you protect your assets from seizure by the government so that you can pass more of your estate to your family members and loved ones. With proper legal representation and planning, you can shelter a certain amount of assets, in addition to your home, for distribution to your spouse.

Medicaid asset protection generally takes one of two forms:

• Crisis planning. This applies when you or a loved one has already been admitted to a nursing home or is about to be admitted. We have a quick response system in place for crisis Medicaid planning, and can help you get answers quickly. We can often tell you within hours, not days, whether we can save you money. If you have a medical emergency that qualifies you for Medicaid, we can help you take immediate steps to protect your assets, while remaining eligible for benefits.
• Five-year planning. This entails planning ahead to make sure you will be eligible for Medicaid while still protecting your assets for your spouse or children. The bottom line is that you don't have to go broke for in home or nursing home care. The law allows people to keep their homes and much of their money- if they know how, but it is critical to have the assistance of those like us who know how to do it.

Medicaid Assistance

We can also assist you with Medicare issues, which are available if you are impoverished, regardless of your age. We will help you prepare and file an application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments, as well as food stamps, when appropriate. In certain situations, we can help you get assistance with daily needs, including shopping, cleaning and laundry.

Get Your Ducks in a Row

With Vouga Elder Law

Contact Us 

To set up a free initial consultation, contact us or call us at 636-591-0089 or toll-free at 1-866-625-9657. Our office is open from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and evenings and weekends upon request. We can arrange to meet with you at a location that is convenient for you. We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover.

Vouga Elder Law, LLC 2997 Clarkson Road, Suite 120 Chesterfield, MO 63017-7321 Telephone: 636-591-0089 | Toll-Free: 1-866-625-9657 Map and Directions

At the office of Vogua Elder Law, LLC, in Chesterfield, Missouri, we welcome clients from all parts of St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Lincoln County, Franklin County, and Jefferson County, including, but not limited to, Affton, Ballwin, Brentwood, Chesterfield, Clarkson Valley, Clayton, Creve Coeur, Des Peres, Ellisville, Eureka, Fenton, Florissant, Frontenac, Glenco, Grover, Kirkwood, Lake St. Louis, Manchester, Town & Country, and Wildwood.

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