Are Assisted Living Expenses Tax Deductible?

Are Assisted Living Expenses Tax Deductible?

Are Assisted Living Expenses Tax Deductible? As the cost of healthcare continues to rise, many seniors are turning to assisted living communities for support. These communities provide a range of services that help seniors maintain their independence and enjoy a high quality of life. However, the cost of assisted living can be significant, leading many families to wonder if they can deduct these expenses from their tax returns. In this article, we'll explore the tax implications of assisted living and provide guidance on whether or not these expenses are tax deductible. What is assisted living? Assisted living communities are designed…
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Is Assisted Living Tax Deductible? Understanding the Tax Benefits of Senior Care

Is Assisted Living Tax Deductible? Understanding the Tax Benefits of Senior Care

Is Assisted Living Tax Deductible? Understanding the Tax Benefits of Senior Care Assisted living has become increasingly popular among seniors who require extra care and support in their daily lives. While the cost of assisted living can be high, many families are happy to learn that there are tax benefits associated with senior care. This article will explore the tax-deductible aspects of assisted living and help you understand how you can potentially reduce your tax liability. What is Assisted Living? Assisted living is a type of senior care that helps residents with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and medication…
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Shift Happens! Monthly Lessons Learned. No. 8

Shift Happens! Monthly Lessons Learned. No. 8

This month’s lesson:  To give the best care to others, you must first give the best care to yourself. by:  Maverick Castaneda, House Manager, McDonald Every Wednesday morning the Sunrise Care Homes managers meet by video conference to discuss the business of managing four (4) senior assisted living homes.  There is an update by each manager about their home, their staff, and their residents.  They each share what is working well, and how they are going to address those areas which need improvement.  And, there are always discussions about the health and well-being of the residents with each sharing their…
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Shift Happens! Monthly Lessons Learned. No. 7

Shift Happens! Monthly Lessons Learned. No. 7

This month's lesson: Get to know your residents–each of them has an inspiring story with lessons to teach us. By: Pam Vance, House Manager, Hayden One of our residents with whom I spent some time getting to know is Dr. Robert Hurt. He is the most distinguished man I have ever known. He is 85 years old and a Dentist. He was married for 30 years.  Mr. Hurt and his wife Gayle loved to travel, especially to Europe. They have 3 daughters. Heather Is a Lawyer. Kathy, the oldest, is an M.D., and Jenny, the youngest, has a Masters's Degree in…
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Shift Happens! Monthly Lessons Learned. No. 6

Shift Happens! Monthly Lessons Learned. No. 6

This month's lesson:  When faced with a problem, think outside the box, research solutions, and never give up till you solve it. By Maverick Castaneda, House Manager McDonald Our wonderful Arizona weather–don’t we love it?!  Most of the time, but not when it reaches triple digits.  And not when it is 114 degrees with high humidity.  When it gets that bad all you want to do is stay indoors with the air conditioning on.  Especially when this type of weather can bring insects like mosquitoes, gnats and many other pests. That is the challenge our McDonald house was having recently. …
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