Caregiving has become an essential public health issue as the U.S. population ages and chronic disease prevalence increases. Family caregivers provide indispensable support that allows individuals to remain in their homes and communities, but their contributions often go unrecognized — and unpaid. With family caregiving on the rise, there is growing recognition among voters, policymakers, […]
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Takeaways President Biden has signed legislation that will boost monthly benefits for nearly 3 million people in 26 states who rely on Social Security. The Social Security Fairness Act abolishes two decades-old rules that have reduced or altogether axed benefits for some retirees. The Social Security Fairness Act addresses long-standing issues with some
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If you are looking for a nursing home for yourself or a loved one, you want to choose a good facility. But what makes a nursing home good? Though good can be hard to define, some qualities are key to take into account. A nursing home could be considered good if it is clean, well-staffed,
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The population of older adults in the United States has been growing steadily in recent years. According to the U.S. Census, the number of Americans who are age 65 and older grew more than 9 percent in just three years, from 2020 to 2023. By 2050, estimates suggest that the country will have more than 82 million seniors.
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You’re walking along a coastline where forest meets sea. You hear the rhythm of crashing waves and see gulls swooping down from a crystal blue sky. A light breeze ruffles your jacket. You take a deep breath of the salty, pungent air and watch as a foaming wave washes away your footsteps and sweeps the
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Along with our increasing population of adults over 65 is the growing occurrence of dementia. Dementia can be caused by various diseases or conditions and affects a person’s memory and other cognitive abilities to the point of interfering with their daily life. Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of dementia. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly 7 million
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More older adults are choosing to live in their homes as they age rather than move into nursing homes. This trend has both positive and negative effects. Remaining in the familiar setting of one’s home can foster a sense of comfort, safety, and independence. Despite these positive factors, aging in one’s home, especially alone, can
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In a new fiscal year 2025 budget, policymakers call for raising the Social Security retirement age. The proposal is the latest to target the largest program in the federal budget — and the largest income source for many retirees. It comes as the Social Security Administration released a report showing that, if Congress does nothing
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Keeping track and making sense of government policies and presidential candidates’ promises can be daunting during any election year. This year is no exception. Consider Social Security and Medicare, two 2024 election issues that are top of mind for older Americans. As with any election, the political landscape is always changing, and candidates’ views and
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Cost is a leading factor in why some people don’t use hearing aids. If you’re over 65, you may wonder whether Medicare covers hearing aids. Original Medicare does not cover hearing aids or the exams for fitting them. Some Medicare Advantage plans, however, offer added benefits not covered by Original Medicare, including hearing services.
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