The federal government shutdown is set to reach one month on Saturday, and the impacts are being felt by many Americans, including seniors who are struggling to access food, health care and a variety of support services. An article published last week by national senior advocacy group AARP highlighted some of the difficulties being faced […]
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About one in four Americans are at least 60 years old, and this group now outnumbers children in 11 states and in nearly half of all U.S. counties. Technological advancements are needed to serve a senior population that overwhelming prefers to age in place. Whether a client needs technology for life-saving reasons or mere convenience,
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New York is among the states where older residents are not receiving adequate levels of in-home care and other support services, according to a report published by a local news outlet. The report cited data from the Office of the New York State Comptroller, which found that some 16,000 of the state’s senior residents “continue
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As the U.S. population ages, many families are facing long-term care (LTC) issues. Most families either pay for it out of their savings or spend down these savings until they qualify for Medicaid. But there’s a group stuck between the two — those who are too “rich” for Medicaid benefits but not wealthy enough to
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