I am glad to hear your mother is improving.....but don't let this derail plans to put the family matters in order.
Now This; HOW MANY OF YOU HAVE A WILL IN PLACE AS WELL AS OTHER ISSUES RESOLVED IN CASE THE WORSE HAPPENS TO YOU OR YOUR WIFE?
No Joke. Serious stuff featherduster speaks of here.
My wife has worked for 3 attorneys in the past 40+ years. She recently started with the 3rd attorney. The previous 2, since 1976 specialized in Elder Law.
What duster talks about is right on target. Don't go this alone! Seek the advice of an attorney that specializes in "Elder Law!"
Many, many nightmarish scenarios my wife has attested in those years.
Siblings that you would swear were the best of friends become bitter enemies!
Elderly parents literally taken to the poorhouse by ne'erdowell kids!
And probably one of the saddest events...the lack of knowledge concerning the 5 year look back period and gifting when it comes to applying for Medicaid. The penalties can be devastating to some families.
Many people detest attorneys and despise using one for any case. However, this is a time when an Elder Law Attorney is of the utmost importance.
For just a snippet of guidance:
www.medicaidplanningassistance.org/medicaid-look-back-periodThanks for the link Highcottonguide