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How Can a Crowdfunding Account Affect a Person on Medicaid and SSI?

How Can a Crowdfunding Account Affect a Person on Medicaid and SSI? by Marissa Kleiner

Over the past couple of years, when on social media, I have seen more and more crowdfunding and personal fundraising efforts. Crowdfunding sites such as GoFundMe and Kickstarter cut out the middleman of fundraising, allowing the person or organization in need to appeal directly to the general public.

In many cases, crowdfunding takes place when a family member or friend has a medical emergency and needs help with paying the bills. Unfortunately, many do not take into account other contributing factors or benefits some people may already be receiving. For example, if a crowdfunding site is established for a person with special needs who is receiving disability or medical benefits, negative repercussions can be seen.

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Can I Get Paid to Care for Mom & Dad?

Can I Get Paid to Care for Mom & Dad?Many years ago, there were certain restrictions for home care. It used to be that, in a home care setting, if somebody wanted to hire help outside of an agency to care for mom and dad, that hired person could not be a family member.

Caregivers often ask, “I stopped working because I need to take care of my mom; can I get paid for this?” The answer, traditionally, has been, “No.”

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