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Cover of the book Florida Long-Term Care and Medicaid: A Family's Guide to Finding, Getting, and Paying for Good Care, 2026 Edition, by Carl B. Zacharia, J.D.

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Florida Long-Term Care and Medicaid

A Family's Guide to Finding, Getting, and Paying for Good Care · 2026 Edition · by Carl B. Zacharia, J.D.

Planning for long-term care in Florida is not only about finding good care. It is about protecting the people you love, and making decisions before a health crisis becomes a financial one.

The book explains the long-term-care system in plain English: choosing the right care setting, who pays and when Medicare does not, Florida Medicaid's income and asset rules, homestead protections, powers of attorney, spend-down planning, and Qualified Income Trusts. Written for families, not for lawyers.

Inside, you will learn how to:

  • Compare home care, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes
  • Understand who pays for care — and when Medicare does not
  • Navigate Florida Medicaid eligibility, income limits, and asset rules
  • Protect the family home and avoid common gifting mistakes
  • Use the right legal and planning tools before a crisis strikes
What's Inside the BookView on AmazonAvailable in paperback and Kindle.

Free Guides

Helpful Resources

Download our free guides to learn more about estate planning and elder law topics.

Estate Planning Checklist

A comprehensive checklist to help you prepare for your estate planning consultation and ensure nothing is overlooked.

Understanding Probate in Florida

A guide to the Florida probate process, including timelines, costs, and how to potentially avoid probate through proper planning.

Medicaid Planning Basics

An overview of Florida Medicaid eligibility rules, the lookback period, and strategies for protecting assets while qualifying for benefits.

Guardianship Guide for Families

Understanding when guardianship is necessary, what the process involves, and the responsibilities of a guardian under Florida law.

Interactive Tools

Estimate As You Go

Free, instant educational tools that help you understand your situation before you ever pick up the phone.

The Care Deduction Calculator

See how much of your long-term care costs may be a deductible medical expense on your federal return, an estimate of your tax savings, and the records you'll need. Educational only — not tax advice.

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