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I take care of his medicine copays and I am recently getting paid by agency to be his caregiver for 2 hrs . I also have 2 children I know I can claim anyhow but since I am in in Az how would I work it when i file online. He has list of medical problems but still hanging tough but he doesn't deal with the financials so it is all up to me his wife to handle this. I need more wisdom and support. Currently we recieve Foodstamps/Medicaid/Medicare. SO any input would be a delight once i get a chance to file at the end of this wk and since I can claim do I file as Head of Household instead ?

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Contact the IRS and ask for form 120. Or ask them for the proper form. It is possible even if you file jointly!
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I doubt that you can claim him as a dependent. Married filing jointly would be my guess. Nevertheless, you should get some tax advise to find out what the facts are. No good guessing on tax filings.
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how does this work and H n R is willing to help me make him qualifying dependent but when I attempted to do my taxes online i end up with less so i am gonna see how it changes when i become his Payee for his checks . I still need another job or see if my agency will let me work with another client.. dunno at my wits end here so pls continue to post suggestions and advice. Needs more info regarding spouses as dependent not parents there is starting to be a change in the caregiving trend and i am doing it by ear so all tips are appreciated..
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Maybe you can go to a local church, meet with the pastor, explain your circumstances and the help you need. The pastor will know if anyone in their membership has the talents, ie attorney, tax specialist, to help you and quite possibly they will be willing to do it for you at no charge. It sounds like you would truly benefit from being involved in a church community. They can be very loving, supportive and willing to help you get back on your feet.
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burnedncaringst,

Check out our Tax Tips for caregivers section to understand the tax laws and take advantage of the tax benefits that are available when supporting an elderly parent.

www.agingcare.com/Tax-Tips-for-Caregivers

Hopefully this will answer you tax question.

Also, here is an article related to claiming your parents as dependents.

https://www.agingcare.com/articles/Tax-Tips-for-Caregivers-Can-I-Claim-My-Elderly-Parent-as-a-Dependent-109238.htm

Karie H.
AgingCare.com Team
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my husband is bedridden with a heart condition...i can only leave to do errands and etc...recently being diagnosed with probable heart congestive failure not sure awaiting more results from the cardiologist. This town barely understands what a caregiver does...so I have no outlet or help from any church much less respite so again Its me doing all the supporting and taking it up to GOD and all I am asking for advice and in the state of AZ u can be a caregiver and I do not commit fraud hard enough to get what i need for hubby besides our children so if ur in my shoes I forgive you but if ur not in my shoes taking care of a parent vs spouse then I apologize but I will not be hinder or treated as tho my question has no validity when it does... Peace N God Bless
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I'm not sure I understand your response. You sound offended. Actually, I thought I had one of the best suggestions that has been posted so far. You can't afford to pay anything, but you want clear and educated answers to your questions, as they pertain to the state that you live in, etc. I was just hoping that you would be able to get some no cost help through a local church. It's nice to know that you would forgive me if I was in your shoes????? You haven't walked in mine., so who are you to judge. Your questions have validity and your circumstances sound quite difficult. I really was trying to help.
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I must apologize if I said something that offended you. I meant that because many people have committed fraud the law is stricter on how it looks at situations. I never said you have committed fraud. I have no doubt that you are NOT doing such a thing. I agree with you, many churches fall short when it comes to helping in a situation as yours. Many people who are taking care of an elderly parent are in the same situation you are in, just read the posted questions on this cite. I believe you have read things out of context, I have read all the posts here and I see where not accused you of fraud, treated you with no validity. My heart goes out to you and I hope you find some answers and peace.
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I looked this up on line for you: This is something that a lot of people don't understand and is a very clear example of why it's better to go see a tax preparer than trying to do it yourself.

If someone qualifies to be your dependent then you are eligable to take credits that they may be eligable for and you get to take a deduction for $3650. If that person is your spouse then you want to file jointly. If you do that then the joint return inculdes all of the benefits of claiming them as a dependent and then several more.
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http://www.caregiver.org/caregiver/jsp/content_node.jsp?nodeid=847
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