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High Stakes for Older Adults in 2017
With the New Year upon us, one thing is clear: the stakes could not be higher for older adults in 2017. As the number of
Be Wary of Bills that will Cut Social Security Benefits
Rep. Sam Johnson (R-TX) just introduced a bill that would cut social security benefits to most older adults. Roughly 70% of beneficiaries would see cuts
Repealing the Affordable Care Act without a Replacement Hurts Seniors
Every day, whether seniors need to see a doctor, receive care in their home, or pay for prescription drugs, Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care
Dignity For All: Ensuring Economic Security as America Ages
On Tuesday, November 15, we hosted a forum focused on how advocates and policy makers can work together to address the health and economic security
NALC Meets the National Center on Law and Elder Rights
On October 29, aging advocates closed out another successful annual National Aging and Law Conference (NALC) in Alexandria, Virginia. Unpacking, I sifted through the usual
Systemic Denti-Cal Problems Increase Financial Hardship for Older Adults
Linda—a low-income older adult living in Los Angeles County—applied for a dental credit card after being advised to do so by her dentist. Her dentist’s
