Three new ways that Medicare is supporting family caregivers

Three new ways that Medicare is supporting family caregivers

From AARP — By Kimberly Lankford —  Family members, often thrust into caregiving with little notice, also must navigate a complex medical system without any training or guidance. “I feel like I’ve learned all the things on the fly,” says Jessica Guthrie of...
U.S. Attorney’s Office observes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

U.S. Attorney’s Office observes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Federal Prosecutors Highlight Recent Cases Involving Senior Victims From the United States Attorney’s Office, Department of Justice —  FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, Ill. – U.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe joined local, state and federal leaders Friday in recognizing World...
Nation’s older adult population changing, federal report shows

Nation’s older adult population changing, federal report shows

From McKnight’s Senior Living — By Kimberly Vonvissuto —  A profile of the nation’s older adult population reveals trends that will affect senior living providers, showing that the older adult population is growing rapidly, that people are living longer but are...
Federal agencies push school districts to improve accessibility

Federal agencies push school districts to improve accessibility

From DisabilityScoop.com— By Shaun Heasley —  More than 30 years after the Americans with Disabilities Act became law, many schools remain inaccessible to students with disabilities. Now, federal officials are calling for change. The U.S. Department of Justice and the...
Social Security’s funding crunch worsens as the top 6% get richer

Social Security’s funding crunch worsens as the top 6% get richer

From Barrons— By Elizabeth O’Brien —  The recent Social Security Trustees’ report reinforced what the public and politicians already know: The program is in financial straits. Less discussed is how worsening income inequality is one reason the trust fund is projected...
Autism diagnosis often takes longer for girls

Autism diagnosis often takes longer for girls

From DisabilityScoop.org — By Lauren J. Mapp, The San Diego Union-Tribune/TCA —  SAN DIEGO — Donning one of her favorite unicorn-themed nightgowns and perched comfortably in an extra large beanbag chair, Alyssa Tracy watches videos on her tablet. It’s a quiet, early...