Long-Term Care Planning

Medicaid basics for nursing home care

Learn how Medicaid works in Kansas, what assets are counted, and how to avoid costly mistakes when planning for care.

What Medicaid covers

Kansas Medicaid (KanCare) can help pay for nursing home care, but qualifying requires meeting strict financial and medical rules. We explain income and asset limits and how the rules apply to your situation.

Planning to avoid mistakes

Good decisions early can prevent penalties and delays. We outline steps you can take now to prepare for future care needs and to protect what the rules allow.

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