[tennmountainman]

The mother could have turned the house over several years ago, as my mother.
It can't be done at the last minute, but it could have been done and her house would have not been the state's to take over.

[Dianna]

The mother could have turned the house over several years ago, as my mother.

So, your mother doesn't think her money should have to pay for her OWN health care?

Funny how some people who would NEVER take a dime in charity see no reason to pay for their own nursing home care.