Navigating the Medicaid application process can be difficult. Fortunately, you’ve found the right place. Elder Source provides resources and assistance for navigating Medicaid here in Western New York. To get started, it’s important to understand how to qualify for Medicaid. Medicaid can be a major benefit for individuals needing expensive long-term care, but without a full understanding of how to apply it can be extremely challenging. We will provide extensive assistance for WNY seniors, and their families, with the application process, obtaining required verification items, and through the eligibility determination.

What Is Medicaid? 

Medicaid is a federal and state health insurance program that allows individuals to benefit from healthcare benefits, as long as they are financially eligible. Medicaid aims to ensure that individuals have access to necessary healthcare services, though services covered by Medicaid may vary. Medicaid has become widely sought by seniors in WNY to pay for nursing home care while still endeavoring to protect and preserve assets. Medicaid also helps individuals in WNY pay for doctor visits, hospital stays, prescription medications, preventative care, and more.

What Are the Qualifications for Medicaid?

Eligibility for individuals in WNY to benefit from Medicaid differs based upon the type of Medicaid being sought.  “Community” Medicaid is largely determined through the applicant’s income and resource levels, where “Chronic care” or “Nursing Home” Medicaid is determined based upon income and resource levels, and requires a lookback period into the Applicant’s financial history for asset transfers. 

We Can Help

The Medicaid application process can feel extremely daunting and intimidating to go through alone. We are here to help. The commitment to making the Medicaid application process as seamless as possible is our mission. We aim to help families of WNY overcome the bureaucratic hurdles and provide peace of mind that their loved one’s needs are being handled by professionals who truly care. For help at any step of the Medicare application process, or to learn more about whether or not you or a loved one qualify, please don’t hesitate to reach out via our contact form or by phone. We look forward to meeting you.