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If you thought college tuition was expensive, try getting old in North Carolina. Nursing homes now run families $8k–$13k a month—that’s $100k–$150k annually. For many, those bills can wipe out retirement savings, force the sale of a home, or leave a surviving spouse financially stranded.

The National Issue

And it’s not just a North Carolina problem. Nationwide, costs are climbing as Baby Boomers age, inflation sticks, and staffing shortages push prices higher. With nearly 70% of Americans over 65 expected to need long-term care, the financial squeeze isn’t going away.

Planning Ahead

Enter legal planning tools: trusts, Lady Bird deeds, and Medicaid strategies can help protect assets from being drained by nursing home bills. But timing matters—Medicaid’s five-year lookback rule means families need to plan early.

Thank you for reading our e-newsletter dedicated to protecting your assets and planning for long-term care. We look forward to assisting you with strategic legal solutions that ensure your peace of mind.

Greg McIntyre

Elder Law & Estate Planning Attorney 

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