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That is a very difficult thing to guarantee. You definitely need to sit with an estate planning attorney And spell out your wishes and see what can be done. You will either have to make a part of the trust your revocable on your death, give an outright distribution to your child upon your death, or something similar.

About the only thing you can do now if purchase a Medicaid compliant annuity, which may help preserve some of the funds. You will need to work with an Elder Law Attorney.

First, if any property of your husband will go through probate (not jointly owned) then the probate estate should handle his debts. Second, if no probate, the answer is probably. As with any legal question, always best to have legal advice from a lawyer who represents you, and is looking out for your interests. The general rule in Oregon is that spouses are liable for expenses of the family, and these would generally include medical expenses. Also, in general if you inherit property you are liable for the decedent's debts to the extent of the value of what you inherited. That said, hospitals and medical providers will normally work with you. Some have deals with no-interest credit providers; others will reduce or write off their bills. The Oregon State Bar has a lawyer referral service. You can get referred to some estate lawyers who will meet with you for a consultation at a set fee.