What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

What services do you offer?

Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities Finding and ranking the best nursing homes Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research Senior-focused concierge medicine Senior-focused nutritionist Senior-focused personal training Memory care specialists Custom wheelchairs at all price points. Custom hearing aids Cosmetic skincare + dermatology Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat. Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.

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4205 164th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98006 View Map

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Overview of Ideal Care Homes

Ideal Care Homes offers a professional senior living experience for memory care and stands as one of the trusted communities in Bellevue. The elegant home presents a sprightly-filled ambiance– a sublime environment that matches your lifestyle. The professional staff delivers a heartfelt resident-centered approach to care; they strive to help seniors and adults thrive in the comfort of their own homes.
Ideal Care’s residential living offers tailored care plans. Community accommodations include a grand dining hall, movie room, walking paths, and outdoor spaces, to name a few of the community’s offerings.

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Years in Business

Community Stability & Environment

Walk Score Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car. 10
Very Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car. Very few walkable amenities. Minimal sidewalk infrastructure. Walking is practical only for recreation, not errands.

Facility & Licensing Details

Primary Contact Main representative or administrator responsible for the community, as listed in Nebraska licensing records. Ms. Dorina Ilsan, President
Business ID Internal identifier assigned to the licensed business operating in Nebraska. 22005567
BBB ID Better Business Bureau identifier for this business. 1296
Date Business Started The date the business reports it began operations. May 1, 2000

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Official government program page

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
NE Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.

Nebraska Respite Network

NE Respite Network

Official government program page

General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits: Not applicable.
NE Specifics: Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Official government program page

General: Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
NE Specifics: Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), limited homemaker services, respite (~200 hours/year).

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Official government program page

General: Age 55+, Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
NE Specifics: Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NE Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Nebraska SCSEP

Official government program page

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
NE Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
NE Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.

Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

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Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):
~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits:
$4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
NE Specifics:
Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.

Official Program Page

NE Respite Network

Nebraska Respite Network

Requirements:

General:
Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits:
No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits:
Not applicable.
NE Specifics:
Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).

Official Program Page

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Requirements:

General:
Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits:
$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
NE Specifics:
Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), limited homemaker services, respite (~200 hours/year).

Official Program Page

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025):
~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits:
$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
NE Specifics:
Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.

Official Program Page

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025):
~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits:
$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NE Specifics:
Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Nebraska SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-focused.
NE Specifics:
Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Official Program Page

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025):
Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits:
~$155,356 (net worth limit).
NE Specifics:
High veteran demand in rural areas.