When it comes to protecting your home, savings, and future care, timing is everything — especially when Medicaid is involved. In my work with families across Garner and the surrounding communities, I’ve seen how quickly life can change and how devastating the financial consequences can be when families don’t plan ahead. This blog dives into what you need to know about Medicaid’s complex rules — including the five-year lookback period — and how early planning can be the key to preserving your assets, your choices, and your peace of mind. Whether you're caring for an aging parent or thinking ahead for yourself, now is the time to act — before the clock runs out.