Navigating Senior Care with Stella - Episode 11
NAVIGATING MEDICARE & MEDICAID FOR SENIOR CAREConfused about Medicare and Medicaid? You're not alone - and this confusion costs Austin families thousands of dollars every year.In this episode, I break down the difference between these two programs in plain English - no jargon, no government-speak. Just what you actually need to know when caring for a loved one in the Austin metro area.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:- The critical difference between Medicare and Medicaid- Why Medicare does NOT cover long-term assisted living or memory care- What Texas Medicaid actually covers in Austin (and what it doesn't)- The 5-year lookback period that catches families off guard- Real costs of senior care in the Austin area- How to qualify for Texas Medicaid- Costly mistakes I see Austin families make every week- Action steps you can take TODAY- Local Austin resources that can helpEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:I share a heartbreaking story about a Round Rock family who thought Medicare would cover 100 days of care - and what actually happened. Plus, my own experience navigating Medicare coverage for my mom's dementia care right here in Austin.Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate need, this episode could save your family tens of thousands of dollars.
CONNECT WITH STELLA:📞 Call or Text: 737-389-2130📧 Email: stella@stellawilliamstx.com🌐 Website: stellawilliamstx.com🏡 Search Facilities: tourseniorliving.org
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