Previously on INSIGHTS, the daughter of a stroke victim talked about her experience trying to find a nursing home and qualify for Medicaid coverage, while she coped with the realities of her mother’s future. This second part of a two-part discussion will reveal the options and benefits of planning ahead for the rising cost of long-term care.

For more information on Medicaid, long-term care and additional help services, we have provided this list of useful online resources:

1. Med-QUEST Division Website

2. KOLEA: State of Hawaii “My Medical Benefits” Online Portal

3. Hawaii Going Home Plus

4. Hawaii Sage Plus on caregiver.org

5. Social Security Administration Website

6. Medicare Website

7. Medicare Handbook 2018