Do I need to offset my mom's social security funds when deducting the cost of her dementia care?

john-quimby · ‎February 20, 2024

My mom is 88 and only receives SS benefits. We use the money she receives plus our own funds for her dementia care. Do I include in my deduction the entire dementia care cost or only the amount I pay?

xmasbaby0 · ‎February 20, 2024

If you are claiming your mother as a dependent---and you are paying for her care, then you can only enter the amount that YOU paid out of pocket--not her own SS, or any insurance coverage.

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ee-ea · ‎February 20, 2024

You deduct what you pay out of your pocket.

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Do I need to offset my mom's social security funds when deducting the cost of her dementia care?