No, the personal care attendant will not have to transfer the funds to Medicaid, but the attendant might have to transfer the funds back to the senior to be spent down on his or her care. You will need to consult with an elder law attorney to understand how personal care agreements are treated in your state. Their structure and treatment vary considerably from state to state. To find an attorney near you, click here.
Must a Home Health Care Worker Return a Lump-Sum Payment if the Senior Enters a Nursing Home?
