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Division of Assets and/or Resources - Spousal Impoverishment Law


Description of Benefits / Services

Monthly income for the well spouse, when one spouse needs nursing home care.  Subject to Estate Recovery


Requirements

  • Married couple with one person needing nursing home OR Home and Community Based Services
  • Income and/or resources are combined and the well spouse may keep $1,750 to $2,739 of the income and $21,912 to $109,560 of the resources (assuming this much is available)

Where to Apply

Social and Rehabilitation Services (SRS)
Toll Free 1-888-369-4777

 

 


Northwest Kansas 
Area Agency on Aging
510 West 29th St., Suite B -  P.O. Box 610
Hays, Kansas 67601
785-628-8204 or 800-432-7422