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Nursing home taking my fathers money

Asked on Oct 19th, 2020 on Elder Law - New Jersey
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My father is in the hospital for 9 weeks and they want to put him in a nursing home but my mother is scared that they will take her home . I guess my question is can they take her home and money in the bank
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Wills Attorney serving Austin, TX
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There are ways to protect the spouse who is not in the nursing home.  Your mother may want to consult with an elder lawyer.  To find one near you, please see the website of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (www.naela.org).
Answered on Oct 20th, 2020 at 5:11 AM

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