Home health care, ordered by your physician to help you recuperate, is usually covered by your Medicare insurance plan and, if you have it, Medigap. Sorting through what is and isn't covered can be tricky - use these guidelines to understand what your eligibility requirements and what you must pay out-of-pocket.

In the past, assisted living facilities were only open to seniors who could afford to pay the monthly fees. With recent legislature passed by many state governments, seniors can now use Medicaid waiver programs for many states across the US to get the care and attention they need. Continue reading to see if your state is on the list.