State-by-State Eligibility for Medicaid Long-Term Care

When California's Medi-Cal Will Pay for a Nursing Home, Assisted Living, or Home Care

Long-term care like nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home health care are expensive, and private health insurance policies generally do not cover those services.

When Medicaid in Georgia Will Pay for a Nursing Home, Assisted Living, or Home Health Care

In Georgia, Medicaid is a very common source of funding for long-term care. Approximately 72% of nursing home residents in Georgia use Medicaid to pay for their nursing home care.

When Medicaid in Illinois Will Pay for a Nursing Home, Assisted Living, or Home Health Care

Illinois' Medicaid program pays for nursing homes, assisted living, and home health care services for many Illinoisans.

When Medicaid in Massachusetts Will Pay for Long-Term Care in a Nursing Home

In Massachusetts, Medicaid (called MassHealth) is a very common source of funding for long-term care, particularly for people who have used up their own assets to pay for an assisted living facilit

When Medicaid in Nevada Will Pay for Long-Term Care in a Nursing Home, Assisted Living, and Home Care

With the average cost of nursing home care in Nevada nearing $9,000 per month, those who are likely to need long-term care may need to turn to Nevada's Medicaid program to pay for their care.

When Medicaid in New Jersey Will Pay for a Nursing Home

New Jersey Medicaid will pay for nursing home care for low-income folks when it's medically necessary.

When Medicaid in North Carolina Will Pay for Long-Term Care in a Nursing Home

In North Carolina, Medicaid is a common source of funding for long-term care, particularly when people have already used up all of their own assets to pay for private care.

When Medicaid in Ohio Will Pay for Long-Term Care in a Nursing Home

Unless you're covered by Medicaid, paying for a nursing home in Ohio is unaffordable for most people.

When Medicaid in Texas Will Pay for a Nursing Home, Assisted Living, or Home Health Care

Texas Medicaid will pay for a nursing home, assisted living, or home health care when a patient needs skilled nursing care.

When Medicaid in Virginia Will Pay for a Nursing Home

Virginia's Medicaid program pays for nursing home stays for those without a lot of income who need help with activities of daily living.

When Medicaid in Pennsylvania Will Pay for a Nursing Home, Assisted Living, or Home Health Care

Pennsylvania's Medicaid program will pay for a nursing home or home care if you have limited income and assets and your doctor certifies that you need the care.

When Medicaid in Michigan Will Pay for Long-Term Care in a Nursing Home

Long-term nursing home care in Michigan doesn't come cheap. In 2011, the average daily cost of a private room in a nursing home in Michigan was $236.

When Medicaid Pays for Assisted Living or Home Health Care in Massachusetts

MassHealth will pay for some home health care services through various programs and, in some situations, part of the cost of assisted living facilities.

Medicaid for Ohioans Needing Assisted Living or Home Health Care

Through Medicaid, Ohio will pay some of the costs of assisted living and home health care for those who qualify for Medicaid long-term care.

When Virginia's Medicaid Program Will Pay for Home Health Care

Virginia has limited coverage for home health care through its Medicaid program.

Medicaid for North Carolina Residents Needing Assisted Living or Home Health Care

North Carolina's main Medicaid program does not pay for assisted living facilities or home health care as it does for nursing home care, but it offers a few waiver programs and special assistance programs that may help pay the costs.

Medicaid for Michigan Residents Needing Assisted Living or Home Health Care

Michigan's Medicaid program will pay for certain types of long-term care for elderly or disabled individuals. For example, Michigan has programs that offer payment for home health care services and nursing home costs, butMichigan does not offer Medicaid payments for most of the costs of an assisted

When Medicaid in New York Will Pay for Assisted Living or Home Health Care

If you are a New York resident, Medicaid may pay for your stay in an assisted living facility that qualifies as an Assisted Living Program.

When Medicaid in Minnesota Will Pay for a Nursing Home, Assisted Living, or Home Health Care

Minnesota's Medical Assistance provides health insurance coverage to low-income families, children, and unmarried adults, as well as to individuals who are elderly, blind, or disabled.