Elder Care Planning Resource

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Planning for the Cost of Nursing Home Care, Waiver Services, & PACE
Comprehensive guide detailing strategies for managing expenses related to nursing home care, Medicaid waiver services, and the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).

Latest Written Articles

  • Medicaid Estate Recovery Rule Change
    On July 1, 2026, Indiana law will increase the time the Indiana Medicaid office (FSSA) has to pursue estate recovery after a person’s death from 120 days to 9 months after date of death.  This change primarily concerns Indiana Medicaid recipients over age 55. Example: Sarah owns a small home […]
  • Update on ABLE Accounts
    Eligible Hoosiers can open an ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) account since these accounts were established by federal law in 2014. An “eligible” Hoosier is a person who develops a disability before the age of forty-six (46). The person must have had this disability for at least one year […]
  • Pathways Waiver Wait List – Potential Services to Explore During Waiting Period
    FSSA, Indiana’s state Medicaid agency, implemented a waiting list for in-home Pathways waiver services in April 2024. Current waiting times for waiver services are believed to be between 1–2 years, although this can vary. If you are currently on the waiver waiting list or considering joining, please consider the following […]

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