I. INTRODUCTIONIn Texas, when the subject of Public Assistance for Long Term Care is discussed essentially the discussion is limited to only one subject, Medicaid. Many Medicare recipients are under the mistaken impression that they are covered for long term care by Medicare or their Medigap ...
For qualifying veterans, Aid and Attendance is an enhancement to Veterans pension. This benefit can pay a Veteran and a surviving spouse cash every month. The cash is tax free and unlike Medicaid benefits, may be used in any way, including paying for long-term care in a nursing home, assi...