Justin, My mom is struggling to care for herself at home, but she really doesn’t want to go to a nursing home or care facility. Is there any Medicaid program that would help her stay at home? — Brian
Brian, Yes, there is. In Arkansas, the ARChoices Medicaid program provides help for seniors who need care but want to remain at home. It doesn’t provide round-the-clock services like a facility would, but it’s a huge help to many families in Arkansas
If your mom qualifies medically—meaning she needs help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, or meals or she suffers from some form of dementia—and meets the income and asset limits, ARChoices can provide an in-home caregiver several hours a day to assist her.
This program is designed to keep seniors in their homes longer, which is what most people want. The financial qualifications are similar to nursing home Medicaid, and if your mom is over the income or asset limits, there are legal planning options to help her qualify without losing everything.
If she qualifies, ARChoices can be a huge relief—providing the care she needs while letting her stay where she feels comfortable. We’d be happy to discuss your mom’s situation in detail. Visit ElrodFirm.com to learn more or to set up a no-charge strategy session.