Dying spouse, no insurance

[zukee]

What is the name of your state? Ohio
My 78 year old husband is very ill and not expected to live more than 6 months. He had insurance through work but it stopped at age 70. He has no insurance, a high mortage with little equity and lots and lots of debts. He does have a will with me as his only beneficiary. I will receive half of his monthly pension and maybe social security.

I dread being left with all this financial responsiblity plus funeral expenses. Is there anything I can do now.

 

[BlondiePB]

Enroll your husband in Hospice. Medical expenses are 100% covered under Medicare Part A - except room and board at nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

I dread being left with all this financial responsiblity plus funeral expenses. Is there anything I can do now.

Unless you "pass away" before your husband, you (as executor of his estate) will have to deal with the burden of settling his estate and funeral expenses.