Medicaid Planning Videos
Planning to qualify? Already getting Medicaid? In this series of 30-minute videos, Pierro, Connor & Strauss attorneys break down the process, procedures and insider ‘tips’ for you to take advantage of these Federal long-term care benefits.
Medicaid Monday: Deadline Approaching – The CDPAP Transition
In this video, attorneys Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming are joined by Valerie Bogart, a veteran advocate for Medicaid and Home Care Services, to discuss the urgent transition for tens of thousands of Medicaid recipients in the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). With the March 28, 2025, deadline fast approaching, consumers and their aides must transition to the Statewide Fiscal Intermediary, Public Partnership, LLC (PPL), or risk losing services by April 1, 2025.
Medicaid Monday: Medicaid Planning for Singles
In this video, attorneys Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming dive into Medicaid planning for singles—an essential topic for those who are single, divorced, or widowed, as well as professionals supporting them. Learn about eligibility criteria, asset protection strategies, long-term care options, and key legal tools to help secure Medicaid benefits while preserving financial security.
Medicaid Monday: The 2025 Medicaid Update
In this video, attorneys Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming provide a critical 2025 update on New York Medicaid. With new eligibility numbers and the potential implementation of the 30-month lookback for asset transfers, staying informed is more important than ever. Learn how these changes could impact planning strategies, care options, and asset protection.
Medicaid Monday: Holiday Edition
In this video elder law attorneys Lou, Aaron and Frank discuss the unique opportunity at the Holidays for crucial conversations about long-term care during the holiday season. They also highlight what to expect for 2025, and how plans can be set up now to ensure peace of mind.
Medicaid Monday: Aging Services in New York – Hidden Gems That Keep You Home Without Medicaid
In this video, attorneys Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming are joined by special guest, Becky Preve, Executive Director of the Association on Aging in New York to highlight alternate resources available across New York to support independent aging. Becky will share insights into the services provided by all 59 county Offices for Aging (OFAs), including pilot programs and cutting-edge technology that can help older adults stay in their homes and communities.
Medicaid Monday: CDPAP – What’s the Story?
In this video, attorneys Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming are joined by special guest, Bryan O’Malley, Executive Director of CDPAANYS to help you understand some of the major changes to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program. Governor Kathy Hochul recently chose Public Partnerships LLC to manage the $9 billion contract for the Medicaid home care program – replacing the current system with more than 600 “fiscal intermediaries.” There will also be 30 regional partners. The overhaul of the program has drawn protests and criticism, but Hochul says reforms are necessary to save money and ensure home care is delivered to those who need it.
Medicaid Monday: The Potential 2025 Medicaid Lookback: Are You Prepared?
In this video, attorneys Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming cover the long-anticipated 30-month loopback for asset transfers for those applying for Medicaid Home Care in New York. After years of delays, the New York State Health Department is poised to implement this significant change at some point, which could impact applicants, caregivers and professionals alike.
MEDICAID MONDAY: HOME CARE APPLICATIONS, PART 2 – NYIA, MLTC & IMMEDIATE NEEDS
In this video, attorneys Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming cover part 2 of the series on Home Care Applications. Learn about the process for Medicaid applicants in navigating NYIA, Managed Long-Term Care and applying for the fast-track Immediate Needs Program.
MEDICAID MONDAY: PART 1 – HOME CARE APPLICATIONS, FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY
In this video, attorneys Aaron Connor and Frank Hemming cover a 2-part series on Home Care Applications. Learn about financial eligibility from the perspective of proactive estate planning.
MEDICAID MONDAY: The ‘Well’ Spouse’s Rights in Medicaid
In this video, Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming will discuss the ‘well spouses’ rights in Medicaid. If your spouse is applying for Medicaid, but you don’t need long-term care services, how can you avoid spending your life savings when taking care of your spouse? In this Medicaid Monday webinar, learn about the rights of spouses concerning Medicaid.
MEDICAID MONDAY: Qualifying for Medicaid Home Care and Pooled Trusts
In this video, attorney Frank Hemming is joined by Sarah Grimes of NYSARC as they discuss how to use pooled trusts to qualify for Medicaid Home Care.
Medicaid Monday: Navigating Care at Home – Finding Care and Paying For It
In this video, attorneys Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming are joined by Susan Vail, care coordinator at EverHome Care Advisors to explain strategies to obtain care once you have qualified for Community Medicaid – the only government program that covers long-term care expenses.
MEDICAID MONDAY: MEDICAID ASSET PROTECTION TRUSTS
In this video, attorneys Aaron Connor and Frank Hemming cover how Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts work to qualify for Medicaid.
MEDICAID MONDAY: NURSING HOME MEDICAID
In this video, attorneys Louis Pierro and Frank Hemming cover Nursing Home Medicaid.
MEDICAID MONDAY: 2024 UPDATE AND THE NEW NUMBERS
In this video, Lou Pierro and Frank Hemming will share and analyze the newly released eligibility numbers. Watch this live interactive program for tangible insights on how to qualify you, a loved one or a client for New York Medicaid.
MEDICAID MONDAY: WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU’RE DENIED?
In this video, attorneys Aaron Connor and Frank Hemming cover fair hearings and tips to ensure a favorable outcome when applying for Medicaid.
MEDICAID MONDAY: RECERTIFICATION AND POST-COVID PROTOCOLS
In this video, attorneys Louis Pierro and Frank Hemming cover the recertification process following COVID and other new protocols surrounding Medicaid.
Medicaid Monday: Planning for Individuals With Disabilities
In this video, attorneys Aaron Connor and Frank Hemming cover how to plan for individuals with disabilities and how it relates to Medicaid.
Medicaid Monday: Immediate Needs
How can someone with a chronic condition apply for immediate long-term care services through Medicaid, instead of going through a process that often takes up to three months or more? In this Medicaid Monday webinar, elder law attorneys Louis Pierro and Frank Hemming explain options for expedited care.
Medicaid Monday: Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP)
Take control of Long-Term Care Planning. Find out how you can hire your own caregivers and remain in the comfort of home – with costs covered by Medicaid. In this webinar, elder law attorneys Louis Pierro and Frank Hemming are joined by special guest Bryan O’Malley, Executive Director of CDPAANYS. They’ll explain how the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program works including all the updates.
Medicaid Monday: CREATIVE PLANNING FOR LONG-TERM CARE WITH AND WITHOUT MEDICAID
If you are planning ahead or need long-term care services now, what’s the best way to receive care? If a nursing home is not the preferred option, how can your resources be applied to other living arrangements, including senior housing, assisted living facilities or your own home? In this program, elder law attorney Frank Hemming is joined by special guests Bob Vandy, President of Advisors Insurance Brokers and Frank Melia, Division Manager at Contour Mortgage to explore creative planning techniques to cover LTC costs and retain independence.
Medicaid Monday: Year in Review Success Stories
Watch our 12th webinar of the year, as we draw from the top strategies covered in the Medicaid Monday series to help you or a client qualify for Medicaid benefits. With a case study approach, Louis Pierro and Aaron Connor of Pierro, Connor & Strauss zero in on the tools and techniques to obtain government-funded long-term care in New York.