Trump says Ed Department will no longer handle ‘Special Needs’

Trump says Ed Department will no longer handle ‘Special Needs’

From Disability Scoop — By Michelle Diament — President Donald Trump said he will move special education oversight to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, but the plan is short on specifics and it’s unclear whether he has the authority to do so. Trump...
Medicare telehealth coverage ending soon? Here’s what we know

Medicare telehealth coverage ending soon? Here’s what we know

Without action from Congress, Medicare’s telehealth coverage will see a sharp decline soon. — From CNET — By Thomas Kika — Medicare members could potentially lose their telehealth benefits next month, with temporary COVID-19 era expansions set to expire without...
15 costly drugs selected for next round of Medicare negotiations

15 costly drugs selected for next round of Medicare negotiations

The list includes popular medications that treat diabetes, cancer, COPD, arthritis and IBS — From AARP — By Rachel Nania —  Medicare has chosen 15 prescription medications for price negotiations this year, building off a first round of negotiations for 10 drugs whose...
Country remains unprepared for aging services issues, CEO says

Country remains unprepared for aging services issues, CEO says

From McKnight’s Senior Living, By Kathleen Steele Gaivin —   “Our country is unprepared — and policymakers have made excuses for decades to not address aging services issues,” LeadingAge President and CEO Katie Smith Sloan said last week. “Providers are left to...
Spread the word: 2025 Veterans Benefits Guide is now available

Spread the word: 2025 Veterans Benefits Guide is now available

From the Veterans Administration, Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs —   As part of our commitment to provide world-class care and benefits to those who have served our nation, VA is pleased to present the “2025 VA Federal Benefits Guide for Veterans,...