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Can I deduct memory care cost for my mother on her taxes? She had dementia and needs full-time care.

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March 19, 2025
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You can deduct those as a medical itemized deductions to the extent the costs are necessary health care expenses. However, medical expenses are only deductible to the extent they exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income and you have to have enough itemized deductions to exceed your standard deduction for them to benefit you.

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