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Oct 15, 2025

4 min

Can a nursing home take all of your social security checks?

Federal law prevents nursing homes from seizing a resident's entire income stream, though policies change dramatically if Medicaid becomes the primary payer for care. Understanding the legal protections in place is crucial when considering: Can a nursing home take all of your social security checks?

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Oct 14, 2025

4 min

Do you have your own room in a nursing home?

According to a study cited by the Commonwealth Fund, older adults overwhelmingly prefer single rooms over shared ones by a 20-to-1 margin. But the question remains: **Do you have your own room in a nursing home?** The answer is not always straightforward and depends on several critical factors.

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