Manfredi v. State, 98-3217 (1999)

DECISION

Before the Court is the appeal of Isabella Manfredi (Manfredi) from a decision of the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) which determined that Manfredi transferred her property in February of 1997 to her nephews (the nephews) for the purpose of establishing eligibility for Medical Assistance for the cost of Long Term Care. The plaintiff seeks a reversal of DHS's decision and removal of the thirty-four month restriction on her Medical Assistance. The plaintiff also requests attorney's fees under G.L. 1956 § 42-35-15, et seq. Jurisdiction is pursuant to G.L. 1956 § 42-35-15.