Took care of my mother for past few years she broke her hip. she had dementia

[jotalee]

my husband helped me care for her while I worked she passed away 31 Dec 2016 is there any tax credit

[JaimeG · Accepted solution]

I am sorry for your loss, I offer my deepest condolences. 

If you provided more than half of your Mother's Support during 2016, and she did not make more than $4050.00 during the year, you can claim her as a dependent. As a dependent you will receive an exemption of $4050.00 and it is possible that you qualify for the Child/Dependent Care Credit if you incurred caregiver expenses to allow you and your husband to work, or look for work, while she lived with you. 

For more information on the Child/Dependent Care credit please visit the FAQ below: 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3301418

To Enter the Child/Dependent Care Credit in TurboTax, please follow the steps in the FAQ below: 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4395614