Lady Bird Deeds & Medicaid | Dennisse Rivera-Eaves | Fred Ortiz, Founder & CEO Senior Life Network

Let Us Know What You'd Like To Hear NextWhat is a Lady Bird Deed, and how can it help when planning for Medicaid and protecting your family’s property?On this episode of Senior Life Network, host Fred Ortiz sits down with Dennisse Rivera-Eaves to discuss Lady Bird Deeds, Medicaid planning, and why understanding your options before you need long-term care can make a major difference.In this episode, we discuss:• What a Lady Bird Deed is and how it works• How a Lady Bird Deed may relate to Medicaid eligibility and planning• Protecting your home while preparing for future care needs• What families should know about transferring property• Common misconceptions surrounding Medicaid and estate planning• Why planning ahead can help prevent costly mistakesWhether you're planning for yourself, helping aging parents, or simply want to better understand your options, this conversation provides valuable information to help you ask the right questions and prepare for the future.Dennisse Rivera-Eaves | Rivera-Eaves Law FirmWebsite: [www.riveraeaveslaw.com](http://www.riveraeaveslaw.com)Phone: 832-331-1317Address: 300 E Myrtle Street, Angleton, Texas 77515Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])This episode of Senior Life Network is sponsored by Cordoba Law Firm, PLLC.Senior Life Network is dedicated to connecting seniors, caregivers, and families with trusted professionals and resources covering aging, healthcare, legal planning, long-term care, and more.Subscribe to Senior Life Network for more conversations and resources designed to help you and your family navigate every stage of senior life.This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice. Individual circumstances vary; consult with a qualified professional regarding your specific situation.YOUTUBE CHAPTERS00:00 – Why Estate Planning Matters00:36 – Welcome Back: Dennisse Rivera-Eaves01:24 – What Is a Lady Bird Deed?02:15 – How a Lady Bird Deed Helps Avoid Probate03:15 – Lady Bird Deed vs. Transfer on Death Deed03:57 – What If You Still Have a Mortgage?05:24 – Who Should Consider a Lady Bird Deed?07:22 – Medicaid vs. Medicare: What’s the Difference?09:07 – How Do You Qualify for Medicaid?11:02 – Medicaid Programs for Seniors & People with Disabilities12:44 – Qualified Income Trusts (Miller Trusts)14:36 – Miller Trusts, Medical POAs & Directives16:11 – Understanding Medicaid’s 5-Year Look-Back Period18:26 – Legal Ways to Spend Down Assets20:37 – Aging at Home & the Cost of Long-Term Care21:39 – Why Long-Term Care Insurance Matters23:25 – Medicaid-Approved Nursing Homes25:27 – Why You Need to Plan Before the Money Runs Out27:20 – Estate Planning & Avoiding Probate28:40 – How to Start the Medicaid Application Process31:14 – Medicaid Estate Recovery: What Happens After Death?32:14 – Protecting Your Home & Other Assets32:25 – Protecting Bank Accounts, Stocks & IRAs34:06 – Life Insurance & Medicaid Planning35:17 – Final Lady Bird Deed Advice37:17 – Closing & Cordoba Law Firm, PLLC Sponsor#SeniorLifeNetwork #LadyBirdDeed #MedicaidPlanning #EstatePlanning #ElderLaw #SeniorResources #LongTermCare #CaregiverResources #TexasSeniors #DennisseRiveraEaves #AttorneyAtLaw #ElderCare #MedicaidInformation #Attorney #TexasAttorney #SeniorLiving #InHomeCare #Seniors #Elder #Family