Do you get a tax deduction for taking care of an ill family member?

Austinman

Taking care of mother in hospice. Living with her to help with medication, food, drink, cleaning, etc.

This takes a lot of time away from business and getting other things accomplished. Is there a tax deduction for this situation?

BradyP

Unfortunately, there is not a tax deduction for this situation, however, you may be able to claim your mother as a dependent, to determine if she can be claimed on your return, please use this link to an online questionnaire provided by the IRS :

https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/whom-may-i-claim-as-a-dependent