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Will Medicaid Block Grants Affect Your Ability to Get Long-Term Care?

If you or a loved one think you might need to apply for long-term care Medicaid in the future, you might want to understand how potential changes to the program — such as a shift to a block grant system — could impact nursing home … [Read more...]

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Understanding Common End-of-Life Signs and Ensuring Appropriate Estate Planning Is in Place

Understanding the common signs that a loved one is nearing the end of life can provide comfort and help families prepare for the inevitable. Recognizing these signs allows for meaningful interactions and ensures that appropriate … [Read more...]

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The Life-Saving Benefits of Vascular Screenings

As we age, protecting our vascular health is just as important as monitoring our cardiac health, yet many people (including many cardiologists) completely overlook the vascular system and vascular screenings — until it’s too late. … [Read more...]

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How Do Recent State and Federal Laws Impact Our Nation’s Caregivers?

Emily Sagle of Stafford, VA, is a full-time caregiver for her 11-year-old son, William. He’s nonverbal, autistic, and suffers from various medical and genetic conditions that make it difficult for him to attend public school. Due … [Read more...]

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News Alert: Did Yesterday’s Medicaid Payment System “Blackout” Change Anything?

Temporary Medicaid BlackoutYesterday, President Trump’s administration announced a freeze on federal grants and loans to assess their alignment with the administration’s priorities. Although Social Security, Medicare, and … [Read more...]

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Critter Corner: New Law Gives a Significant Boost to Veterans and Their Caregivers

Dear Hayek,I heard that a new law was recently enacted that enhances the delivery of services for veterans, their families, their caregivers, and their survivors. Can you tell me more about it?Vetta Rinns---Dear … [Read more...]

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Top 25 Life Hacks for Seniors with Limited Mobility

“There must be a better way!” For those with limited mobility, this statement likely sounds familiar. While navigating ways to live more comfortably and independently, many turn to medical equipment, which can be helpful but … [Read more...]

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