Most of the nursing homes in this area provide excellent care, but that does not make them experts on Medicaid law. They are not always aware of some of the opportunities seniors have for protecting assets and income, especially since the laws change frequently. Any decision to liquidate assets is a legal conclusion which should be based on a comprehensive review of your options. If you consult with a Connecticut elder care lawyer, you will learn all the opportunities you have, and you will have an advocate to help you implement them.