Kristen R. Matthews, Esq

Medicare Will Now Cover Medically Necessary Dental Care

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In November 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that Medicare coverage will be expanded to include medically necessary dental services. This change in Medicare rules will allow people with life-threatening conditions to receive dental care and operations related to conditions approved by CMS. The provisions in the final rule are effective […]

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Free and Inexpensive Meal Delivery Options for Older Adults

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Many older adults face difficulties accessing and preparing meals. Yet eating a nutritious diet is essential for maintaining health, particularly as we age. For those with barriers getting to the grocery store and preparing food, meal delivery services can help. Meal delivery can support individuals to remain in their homes and live independently. Local organizations

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Feds Announce New Strategy to Support Family Caregivers

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recently started to focus on finding ways to support family caregivers by assisting them with resources to maintain their health, well-being, and financial security while they act as caregivers. As part of this, it has announced the implementation of a 2022 National Strategy to Support

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Now You Can See More Data Before Choosing a Nursing Home

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For families seeking nursing home care for a loved one, getting information on what a nursing home is truly like or who owns it is easier said than done. Many rely on word of mouth, referrals, or recommendations. Others must depend on their gut instincts and site visits as part of their decision-making process. Family

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Insured Retirees Paying Tens of Thousands for Health Care

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It’s no secret that health care remains one of the biggest expenses facing American retirees. Coverage through Medicare, Medicaid, or another insurer will help mitigate these costs to some extent. Yet retirees still tend to pay tens of thousands of dollars for health care over the course of their retirement years. A recent analysis estimates that retired

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Social Security Recipients to Get Another Increase in 2023

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The Social Security Administration has announced that its beneficiaries will see a significant increase – totaling nearly 9 percent – in their monthly Social Security checks come January 2023. This cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is the largest boost to Social Security benefits in more than 40 years. The increase for 2022 was 5.9 percent. How Much More Will I Receive?

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“The Forgotten Middle”: Seniors Facing Housing, Care Crisis

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Seniors who have an income above the Medicaid threshold but lack a high enough income to have substantial personal savings are considered “The Forgotten Middle.” These are elders who are more likely to struggle to afford long-term care that may become necessary as they age. According to a recent analysis by NORC at the University

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