I applied for In Home Health Support Services. My mom is on SSI and has Medicare. They said she qualified for Medi-Cal also. So far I applied in August and it is now approaching October. How long does it usually take? I know there are government cuts etc. but just wondering why they never return calls or give status. Is this typical? The Medi-Cal worker said she just had to enter my mom's final paperwork into the system and that I would get a call from the Social Worker who will come out and give an assessment of my mom's medical condition. Mom requires 24 hour care. I am just getting antzy because we really need some help. Thanks for any comments.
I didn't know my mom could qualify for Medicare/Medi-Cal at the same time but it appears that you can do that without giving up Medicare altogether.
Yolanda
Take care and good luck,
Carol
thanks for your help AgingCare --- I never would have gotten this far in the process without your helpful recommendations.
Sincerely,
Yolanda
We were so lucky to find this Caregiver who is like family. I don't want to lose her, she knows my mom's habits and issues and never complains. I see the tax ramifications and the potential for injury issues as we have to lift my mom sometimes which is causing me some back and neck issues. Should I consult with an Elder Attorney? I also don't want to cause our Caregiver any tax issues.
thanks again,
Yolanda
I for one hope that the Obama administration et al will consider our seniors when they are writing their health plan. It is absurd to think that if you are a Senior, aged and without money, you are Stuck. And for a family member who cares, but can't it is a consatnt source of saddness and frustration.
I would appreciate it if you would tell us the final outcome of your applications. Will you tell us what help you were given, how many hours etc...and thank you Yolanda for writing, for loving your mom as I do mine, and for your inexhaustable effort to insure her safety and care. I appreciate you.