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By Martin Sabel | Category: Blog, Elder Law, Medicaid, Nursing Homes

During my initial steps of handling my mother's Medicaid application, her care facility recommended I speak with Martin at Holland Elder Law Firm. I did so and that phone call changed everything. Martin was the pinnacle of courteous and knowledgeable professionalism. His sincerity for the well-being of my mother's care and our family's peace of mind was evident from day one. In addition, everyone I dealt with at the firm during the application process exhibited the same attributes which was quite frankly...astonishing in today's world. Michael and his associates are changing the way lawyers are viewed by the public and it's very refreshing. Our case was accepted, the entire process went as explained, and my mother's Medicaid was approved. I cannot recommend this firm enough to anyone who is contemplating wading into the long-term care Medicaid process alone. If so, please call Holland Elder Law Firm. You will most certainly be glad you did.

Greg Lentz
You put me at ease and guided me through every question I had. No question was too simple and every call was answered in a timely manner. Our family is very thankful to you...

Gloria Robinson
The Holland Law Firm did a wonderful job on my fathers behalf. Martin Sabel has been a godsend. If someone needs an elder care attorney, this would be the one firm I would recommend any day.

Susan Medve
I feel extremely lucky to have found the folks at Holland Elder Law Firm. When we were no longer able to care for our mother at home, they handled the application for Medicaid for the nursing home as well as spousal protections for my father, who was still living “in the community”. They were knowledgeable, caring and quick to respond. In addition, they took their time to answer questions. We always felt we were a priority and never rushed out of the office or off the phone. A special shout out to Martin…you made a very difficult decision and process much easier to navigate. I thank you all.

James Wehrenberg
If anyone is looking for an Elder Attorney, I highly recommend the Holland Law Firm. My Mom has Alzheimer's and having to make the decision to place her in a facility was so heartbreaking and stressful. Then.... there was the COST!!!. They were able to get my Mom qualified for Medicaid on two separate occasions. Before her Husband passed and again after he passed. I would have never guessed they could get her qualified, but they made it happen! Having Michael, Martin and Kathy on my side was nothing short of a Godsend. Thank you again to ALL of the staff for your support, compassion throughout the endless tears and always responding quickly. I am forever grateful!

Donna Stavinoha
I highly recommend the Michael Holland Law Firm. They have taken my hand and led me through the mound of paper work to qualify my husband for Medicaid. I am sure I would not have been able to do the job by myself.

As I stated earlier in this letter I was full of doubts, stress and uncertain about the future. The members of the team treated me like family and I am very proud to recommend them to others.

Dorothy Chesser
I am forever grateful to the ENTIRE team at Holland Elder Law. Earlier this year my father's dementia rapidly declined to the point that he went from living independently to needing to be placed in a nursing home within the course of a few months. I was overwhelmed & stressed simply trying to care for my dad & navigate everything. Trying to figure out how to get him approved for Medicaid had me frustrated, hopeless & in tears on more than one occasion, as it seemed the whole process was simply designed to run me in circles. Someone suggested I look for an Elder Care Attorney. I was concerned about the cost, but decided to look into it. I found several firms that did elder care law, but it was not their main focus... & they wanted to charge several hundred dollars simply for a consultation! As soon as I came across the Holland Elder Law site, I felt my stress levels decreasing. Elder Care Law is what they do, & they've been doing it for decades. They offered lots of information on their site AND they offered a free phone consultation, saving me from having to take time off from work & paying consultation fee to someone who had not yet earned my trust or business. What did I have to lose? So I called & was immediately connected to Michael Holland. After some basic questions about my dad's situation, he began explaining things to me & giving me steps I could already start taking, regardless of whether I hired them or not. By the end of that call, I felt hopeful for the first time in months. They not only know what they are doing, but they also understand the stress their clients are under, & they do an AMAZING job of being available, helpful, patient & just plain kind throughout the whole process. As for getting my dad Medicaid Approved... my first call to them (the free consultation) was in early to mid-April, I met with & officially hired them on April 24. My dad desperately needed a May 1 eligibility, which left very little time to get everything done, but I left the meeting on April 24 with a very clear to-do list, including a list of documents I needed to gather. I still had questions along the way, but anytime I called or emailed, they responded immediately & explained whatever I needed to know or was confused or concerned about. And thanks to the AMAZING team at Holland Elder Law, my dad is now Medicaid Approved with a May 1 eligibility, which I still can hardly believe! There is NO WAY I could have done this on my own, & the cost? Best money I've ever spent... & more than worth it! Honestly, they saved me (& my dad) not only money, but time, frustration & my sanity above all else. Thank you does not even begin to express my gratitude for each & every one of them, not just for getting my dad Medicaid Approved, but truly being like family & friends being there & helping me through one of the most stressful experiences of my life! Their whole team are truly living, breathing angels!!

Wendy Lemmons
The folks at Holland Elder Law are awesome. I've worked with them on a Trust account for my Mom for a year (intial set-up and annual benefits renewal). The original contact was thorough and they made it easy for me to understand. With their help the Trust account has enabled our family to enjoy each other free from the strain and worry of "what happens next." Thank you to Spencer for answering the questions on the initial call and promptly sending me the information I needed to get started. Martin Sabel is a life changer and our family is eternally grateful for his help, expertise, and ultimately, his friendship. These folks really know their stuff and care about their clients.

Carol S
We feel so fortunate to have hired Michael Holland and his staff to deal with Medicaid and all the stress of the application. They made the entire experience so much easier and worry-free. It is the best thing ever...

Henry and Patricia Zimmerman
Your staff was so professional, helpful, and candid with me when I called, I knew I had the right place to help with the challenge. Thank you to you and your staff!!! As I am sure you know from the many cases this is a difficult time and Martin and Kathy have helped me relax and feel like we are able to manage the best for Eric & my Aunt.

Thank you!!!

Ann Keibler