Elder Law & Long-Term Care
Our elder law attorneys provide compassionate legal guidance for seniors and their families. From long-term care planning and Medicaid strategies to asset protection and healthcare directives, we help you navigate the legal challenges of aging with confidence.
Protecting Your Independence, Dignity, and Hard-Earned Life Savings
People are living longer than ever before, but with longevity comes the critical need to plan for the unpredictable. At Citrin & Whitman P.A., we help seniors and their families navigate the legal complexities of aging. From asset preservation to structural long-term healthcare strategies, we ensure you stay in control of your future.
The Reality of Long-Term Care Costs
An unexpected medical event or a gradual decline in physical or mental abilities can quickly put your family in a stressful position. The cost of assisted living or skilled nursing care in North Carolina can easily deplete a lifetime of hard-earned savings in a matter of months.
our Elder Law & Long-Term Care services
Medicaid Planning & Asset Shielding
We navigate North Carolina’s strict asset limits and 5-year look-back period using specialized trusts to qualify you for Medicaid benefits without forcing you to liquidate your home or exhaust your savings.
Crisis Medicaid Management
If a loved one is already in or facing immediate placement in a nursing home, we provide rapid-response planning to legally restructure assets and preserve a significant portion of the estate at the last minute.
Advanced Incapacity Planning
We draft robust legal directives—including Durable Powers of Attorney and Healthcare POAs—ensuring your trusted family members have the legal authority to handle your medical and financial choices if you cannot.
Discovery Consultation
We discuss your family's unique situation, address immediate long-term care concerns, and clarify your asset protection goals.
Custom Strategy Blueprint
We design a customized plan—including protective trusts and robust legal directives—tailored to North Carolina Medicaid and asset rules.
Execution & Implementation
We formally sign and notarize your documents, then guide you through updating your deeds and accounts so your plan is completely secure.
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Have a question about a case, property transaction, or estate plan? Contact Citrin & Whitman P.A. today to schedule a consultation with our experienced legal team. We look forward to reviewing your matter.