Kirshblum Taber PC

05/04/2026

Nobody tells you how complicated it gets when a parent starts needing help at home.

You're already stressed, you're already stretched thin — and then someone mentions Medicaid and suddenly you're
panicking because "we have a house, we have savings, we'll never qualify."

That part isn't always true.

Medicaid covers home health aides, and there are legal ways to protect your assets before you apply. No five-year wait
for home care either — so even if the need is right now, it's not too late.

I'm an elder law attorney on Long Island and this is what I help families with every day. Happy to answer questions in
the comments or you can reach me through my website — link below. 💛

04/26/2026

Most families don’t realize this until they’re already dealing with it:

Medicare—and even supplemental insurance—does NOT cover long-term home care.

It may cover a short rehab stay after a hospital visit,
but once your parent needs ongoing help at home, that coverage stops.

At that point, families are often left paying out of pocket—
and in New York, that can easily be $4,000 to $8,000+ per month.

This is the gap that catches people off guard.

If you have a parent who may need care, it’s important to understand your options before you’re in a crisis.

11/11/2025

When Medicare’s 100 days of rehab coverage end, families often get a shock — the bill.
But it doesn’t have to mean discharge or panic.
We explain what happens next, and how Crisis Medicaid can help you keep care in place without losing your home or savings.

Read more 👉 https://www.ktlawgroup.com/blog/2025/november/what-happens-when-medicares-100-days-run-out-cri/

11/07/2025

🕐 When Medicare’s 100 Days End… Who Pays Next?

Families across Long Island and Queens face this moment every day — a loved one finishes rehab, and the bills start piling up.

With Crisis Medicaid Planning, you can protect your loved one’s care and your family’s savings.

💬 Message us “Medicaid” for our free Crisis Medicaid Checklist or visit ktlawgroup.com.

11/07/2025

Most families don’t realize this until it happens — Medicare rehab coverage ends after 100 days per benefit period.

After that, the facility often tells families they must private pay — sometimes $450 to $500 per day — until Medicaid is approved.

This is the moment to act.

With the right legal help, your loved one can still qualify for Medicaid, even if they own a home or have assets. We help families every week make that transition — from “Medicare ending” to “Medicaid approved and care covered.”

Don’t wait for the bills to start. Start planning early, protect your family’s home, and get peace of mind knowing care will continue.

💬 Drop your questions about Medicare coverage or Medicaid eligibility below — we’ll answer them in our next post.

11/07/2025

Your parent is in rehab after an illness or injury. Medicare is running out… and the social worker says, “We can’t safely discharge them yet.”

This is where Crisis Medicaid comes in.

Crisis Medicaid helps families when care is needed now — not months from now. It covers the cost of care in the rehab and helps your loved one transition home safely with an aide in place — all while protecting their home and assets through proper legal planning.

We meet families right at the facility to handle everything — so your loved one can come home safely, and you can focus on what matters most.

💬 Have questions about Medicaid, rehab, or safe discharge? Drop them below — we’ll answer them in our next post.

10/31/2025

Orders of Protection: Know Your Rights
23 years on the Family Court bench taught me this: An Order of Protection can change everything — custody, housing, your future.
Whether you’re seeking protection or defending against an order, you need someone who knows how judges think.
I do. Let’s talk.
📞 516-545-0059 | Link in bio

Former Family Court Judge David Kirshblum explains how Orders of Protection work in New York and how to protect your rights and safety.

10/28/2025

❓ Think child support is set in stone? Think again.
After signing thousands of support orders as a Family Court Judge for 20+ years, here’s what most parents don’t know:
✅ Support orders CAN be modified when life changes
✅ Honest financial disclosure = everything to judges
✅ Acting early prevents arrears from spiraling
The biggest mistake? Waiting too long to address changes.
Having a former judge on your side changes the game. We know exactly what matters in court.
📖 Read the full insider insights here ⬇️

Need help? Call 516-545-0059

Former Family Court Judge David Kirshblum shares insights on New York child support, transparency, and modifications based on changing family needs.

10/27/2025

🏠 Think you can’t qualify for Medicaid because you own a home? Think again.

The 5-Year Lookback Rule confuses almost everyone — and misunderstanding it can cost families their home or their coverage.

In our latest blog, we break down what the lookback period really means, how your home is treated, and what steps you can take right now to protect your assets and qualify for care.

👉 Read the full article here:
🔗 https://www.ktlawgroup.com/blog/2025/october/the-5-year-lookback-rule-explained-how-to-qualif/

Learn how Long Island & NYC homeowners can protect their homes and qualify for Medicaid using trusts and elder-law strategies.

10/24/2025

🏠 Thinking of transferring your home to your kids for Medicaid?
⚠️ Stop and read this first — it could save your house and your benefits.


https://www.ktlawgroup.com/blog/2025/october/can-you-transfer-your-home-to-your-child-for-med/