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A new law will expand the number of prescription drugs that qualify for a discount under the state's SeniorCare program for eligible state residents 65 and older.
The law requires drugmakers to give state officials 60 days' notice if they plan to substantially raise prices on a prescription drug.
The grants range from several hundred to tens of thousands of dollars and fund quick-action projects to help make communities great places to live.
The federal legislation would raise the limit on the amount supplemental security income beneficiaries can have in their savings accounts and still receive benefits.
The legislation would provide $7 billion to continue a federal program that provides high-speed internet discounts to eligible households.
We'll highlight ways AI-driven technology can help detect falls, improve brain health, prevent loneliness, manage chronic health conditions and more.
We endorsed legislation that aims to address the disproportionate impact of natural disasters on older adults and those with disabilities.
En español Older adults in nursing homes often suffer disproportionately higher rates of mental health illnesses and cognitive disorders – including anxiety, depression and dementia. But nursing home staff often aren’t trained to tend to the behavioral and mental health needs of all residents.
The legislation would establish a working group to recommend ways to standardize the measurement of loneliness and isolation.
The law makes it illegal to discriminate against residents of long-term care facilities based on their gender identity, sexual orientation or HIV status.