The Assisted Living Podcast
Welcome to the Assisted Living Podcast.
We created this show with one mission: to educate families and the public about assisted living and senior care. Every week we hear from sons, daughters, and friends facing this for the first time, when a parent can’t live alone anymore, a hospital stay changes everything, and big decisions arrive without a roadmap.
Home care or assisted living? Assisted living vs. skilled nursing— what’s the difference? How do you know what level of care is truly needed? These are the questions we answer every day.
Our goal is to release a new episode every Monday, breaking complex topics into simple, practical guidance so you can make the best decision for your loved ones. By 2030, the U.S. will have nearly 80 million seniors, and the demand for quality care is rising fast.
If you’re caring for a parent, planning ahead, or want to understand senior living better: this podcast is for you.
The Assisted Living Podcast
What you need to know about Medicaid | Lonnie Scheckler
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In this episode of the Assisted Living Podcast, the hosts Andy Hernandez and Lonnie Scheckler, dive into one of the most important — and misunderstood — topics in senior care: how to pay for assisted living. We break down the differences between Medicare, Medicade, and private long-term care insurance, and explain what families truly need to know before a crisis happens.
We discuss the biggest myths families believe, including the common misconception that Medicare covers assisted living, and walk through how Medicaid long-term care waivers, Veterans Aid & Attendance benefits, and private long-term care policies actually work. From financial qualifications to realistic monthly costs, this episode gives families clarity on what to expect and how to prepare.
If you're caring for aging parents, planning ahead for yourself, or trying to understand long-term care options, this episode will give you the foundation you need to make informed decisions.
Connect with us!
• ALP on Instagram: / Instagram.com/theassistedlivingpodcast
• Andy on Instagram: / Instagram.com/AndyaHernandez
• Lonnie Scheckler on Instagram: / Instagram.com/Itrain1114
• Minnect: / expert.minnect.com/@AndyHernandez
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