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Bill Advocates for Seniors Who Seek At-Home Medicaid Care

Because Medicaid can be such a complex system to navigate, be sure to consider consulting with a qualified elder law attorney in your area.

The Hunger Strike to End 24-Hour Shifts

Nu Jun Zhu, a home-care attendant, worked grueling 24-hour shifts for over a year, often caring for patients without adequate rest or pay.

Study: Certain Social Risks May Cause Early Death in Seniors

Using survey data from more than 8,000 adults aged 65 and older, researchers have identified eight social factors that may lead to early death in older adults.

Legislature Rejects NY Governor’s $1.2 Billion Home Care Cuts

New York State lawmakers have proposed one-house budgets that firmly reject Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed $1.2 billion Medicaid cuts.

The Science of Alzheimer’s and Brain Health with Apollo Health

This article delves into the intricate mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s, shedding light on potential treatment and prevention strategies.

When Does Someone Need Financial Guardianship?

When individuals cannot manage their finances, courts can appoint guardians. Financial guardianship is for those who need help handling money.

Two Cases Involving Centers Health Care, a New York State Nursing Home Chain

Nursing home owners and operators and their trade associations argue that they need more money to provide care to residents.

Some States Testing Out Medicaid Coverage for Healthy Food

Under a federal pilot program, a number of states are using Medicaid funds to cover healthy food costs for Medicaid recipients. Ultimately, the trial program seeks to determine whether nutrition support can help prevent and manage certain chronic illnesses related to diet.

Will Robotics and AI Be the Future of Elder Care?

Going forward, AI may also become the norm for performing administrative tasks in clinical settings, giving health care workers more time to spend directly helping patients.

A Guide to Medicaid Home Care in New York: A Book by Lori Somekh, Esq.

Checkout Lori Somekh's book, A Guide to Medicaid Home Care in New York: How to Beat the System at Its Own Game to Get the Care You or Your Loved One Needs.

On Medicare? What You'll Pay for Now That the PHE Has Ended

The Biden administration officially ended the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency on May 11, 2023. Certain policies that were implemented in early 2020 during the public health emergency will now expire.

Senior Citizens Face Loss of Buying Power, Study Shows

In the face of soaring inflation and its disproportionate impact on older Americans, it's imperative for seniors to safeguard their financial well-being.