Many families use the phrase 70 30 to describe how they will split care or costs for an aging parent. It is an easy shorthand for planning and conversation. This article explains why that phrase is a private agreement rather than a legal rule, how...
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January 26, 2026
Filial support laws govern whether an adult child can be held responsible for a parent’s unpaid care in certain situations. This explainer clarifies what those laws are, how they differ from Medicaid recovery, and why state-by-state differences matter. The article provides practical steps to check...
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January 26, 2026
Many families worry whether an adult child can be asked to pay a parent’s medical bills. The law on this topic is divided across states, and practical risk depends on statutory language and whether a local provider or agency seeks collection. This guide explains what...
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January 26, 2026
This article helps families answer a common question: can Medicare or other public programs pay a family member to care for an older parent? It lays out the roles of Medicare, Medicaid HCBS waivers, and the VA, and explains what filial responsibility states mean in...
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January 26, 2026