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Elder Law Topics
Elder law cases are usually complicated and involve many other legal subjects. While a good Maine elder law attorney can cut through the legal jargon for you, it might be a good idea to read up on the following elder law related issues.
Maine elder law cases can usually be the result of these other cases:
Medicaid does not provide medical assistance for all poor persons.
Even under the broadest provisions of the Federal statute (except for emergency services for certain persons), the Medicaid program does not provide health care services, even for very poor persons, unless they are in one of the designated eligibility groups. Low income is only one test for Medicaid eligibility; assets and resources are also tested against established thresholds.
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News about Elder Law cases in Maine and nationwide:
Prevention For Older Americans
HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt today announced a $15 million collaboration with The Atlantic Philanthropies to improve the health and quality of life f... Read more >
Definition:
Medicaid is a health benefit program administered by States for people with low incomes who meet other eligibility requirements. The health insurance program is financed by the federal and state governments. Medicaid may also pay for nursing home care if
Transportation
Definition:
Programs that provide door-to-door transportation for people who may be elderly or disabled, who do not have private transportation and who are unable to utilize public transportation to meet their needs.
Long Term Care
Definition:
A general term that describes a range of medical, nursing, custodial, social, and community services designed to help people with chronic health impairments or forms of dementia.
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Auburn
Augusta
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Biddeford
Brunswick
Lewiston
Portland
Saco
Sanford
Scarborough
South Portland
Waterville
Westbrook
Windham
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