Op-ed calls for stronger means testing, service limitations for Social Security, Medicare
Washington Post outlines a plan to control costs without significant program cuts
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Caregiver survey shows widespread burnout, with Gen Z hit hardest
Half of Gen Z caregivers said caregiving has damaged personal relationships, exceeding rates reported by millennials (41%) and Gen X (38%).
Seniors want to age in place, but family caregivers face strains on multiple fronts
A Pew Research Center survey of 8,750 U.S. adults found that one in 10 reports serving as a caregiver for a parent age 65 or older.
Study finds 65-year-olds need $135K for long-term care
The type of care — home health, assisted living or nursing home — and where a person lives can drastically affect costs.
Fewer Medicare Advantage plans could create tough choices for senior homeowners
Rising health care costs, paired with minimal rate growth for Medicare Advantage plans, could accelerate insurer withdrawals from states and counties nationwide, potentially disrupting coverage options for millions of older Americans.
White House proposal would keep Medicare Advantage rates stable in 2027
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) said payments to Medicare Advantage plans would rise by an estimated 0.09% on average in 2027 — far below expectations from Wall Street analysts.
Home care crisis drives innovation for aging in place
Despite increasing demand, the sector struggles with low wages, high turnover and limited benefits, leaving families and patients scrambling.
Skyrocketing health care costs threaten early retirement
Enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies expired at the end of 2025 — leaving 24 million people facing a sharp rise in health insurance costs.
In New York, many seniors aren’t getting vital support services
New York is among the states where older residents are not receiving adequate levels of in-home care and other support services.
Long-term health care costs are exploding. A reverse mortgage could help
As the U.S. population ages, many families are facing long-term care (LTC) issues. Most families either pay for it out of their savings or spend down these savings until they qualify for Medicaid.