The following documents related to health care concerns of people 50-plus are presented in reverse chronological order.
The bipartisan bill would help prevent falls among our nations older adults.
These proposals would help ensure that older adults can continue to age with dignity and care.
The resolution will help raise awareness and encourage continued efforts to reduce and prevent falls.
The letter focuses on five bills (S. 150, H.R.
1717, and H.R.
The letter urges Congress to enact these bills before year end.
The letter urges quick enactment of these provisions to support veterans and the family members who care for them.
Carper (D-DE)/Cassidy (R-LA).
That is a cost barrier for individuals who would otherwise benefit from PACE.
Respite care provides family caregivers with short breaks from their caregiving responsibilities.
Respite care provides family caregivers with short breaks from their caregiving responsibilities.
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L:On May 7, 2024, AARP sent a letter to all U.S.
It could help save family caregivers valuable time and reduce the stress they face in their caregiving role.
Often, a family caregiver is the first and closest point of contact in providing care.
Care at home, the role of family caregivers, and the support they need are inextricably linked.
AARP urges the Committee to reject H.R.
7513 and, instead, protect the fundamental right of Americans to live in dignity in nursing homes.
We must ensure that facilities receiving taxpayer dollars provide the care they are being paid to provide.
These basic staffing levels are long overdue.
Senators Michael Bennet and Shelley Moore Capito and U.S.
Representatives Mike Carey and Linda Sanchez expressing support for the bipartisan Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R.
- as approved by the full Energy and Commerce Committee.
This will help reduce potentially misaligned incentives and help reduce costs for Medicare Part D enrollees.
as approved by the full Energy and Commerce Committee.
as approved by the full Energy and Commerce Committee.
It would also allow Medicare to prescription drug plans to audit their PBM for compliance.
This increased transparency and accountability will help inform other efforts to lower costs for consumers and taxpayers.
The bill also creates a public awareness program.
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L:On January 30, 2024, AARP endorsed the Credit for Caring Act.
(HousePDF) (SenatePDF)
