I had a quick question. I have a friend who asked me about something regarding her mother. Her mother has no income, and wouldn't need to file a return, but in January through March of 2006, she paid her own assisted living expenses at a "home". Then in April, the county took over paying. Is there any tax benefit she can get from what she did pay out? Thanks for any direction you can give me.
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Probably not. Part of assisted living costs could be medical expenses. If a child provided over 50% of support for mother, which I doubt, then child could claim mother and mother's medical expenses. -
In Montana there is
a refundable tax credit of up to $1,000. I think it is a tax refund based on property taxes paid which is included in the monthly payments to the assisted living center.Comment
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Yes, very true. Didn't even think about responding at the state level since I don't assume anyone else being from Montana.
Rent is limited to $20 per day and then total income determines amount of credit.Comment
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Thanks for your replies
I researched things further myself and paired with your replies, I am satisfied I found a good answer. It wasn't an easy one to come up with. Keeps me on my toes!Comment
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