Washington State Senior Citizens' Lobby

Why Should We Be Concerned About LTC Services & Supports?

How Repeal of the ACA Will Hurt Older Americans

From the Office of Financial Management: ACA

YOUR GUIDE TO MEDICARE'S PREVENTIVE SERVICES

Living Below the Line: Elder Economic Insecurity in Washington State

Why an Open Mark et Won't repair American Healthcare

Why Should We Be Concerned About LTC Services & Supports?

Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports assist low-income seniors and adults with disabilities with services they typically cannot access via Medicare or private health insurance.

MAY IS OLDER AMERICANS MONTH

The 2017 theme for Older Americans Month is Age Out Loud. Since 1963, OAM has been a time to celebrate older Americans, their stories, and their contributions. This year's theme emphasizes the ways older adults are living their lives with boldness, confidence, and passion while serving as an inspiration to people of all ages.

How Repeal of the ACA Will Hurt Older Americans

With a new Congress and administration taking control, Medicare, Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) are under threat, and with them, the safety and security of adults over age 50 will be harmed.

From the Office of Financial Management: ACA

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been transformative for Washington state and its residents. The ACA’s broad ranging effects have benefitted Washington’s residents, health industry and the state on many levels.

Housing is Out of Reach

Millions of Americans struggle to find affordable rents. The National Low Income Housing Coalition has published an "Out of Reach" Report with great data on the cost of living in Washington State

YOUR GUIDE TO MEDICARE'S PREVENTIVE SERVICES

Now's the time to get the most out of your Medicare. The best way to stay healthy is to live a healthy lifestyle. You can live a healthy lifestyle and prevent disease by exercising, eating well, keeping a healthy weight, and not smoking. Medicare can help.

Living Below the Line: Elder Economic Insecurity in Washington State

Almost half of the older adults living alone in Washington State are likely to have trouble making ends meet each month.

Why an Open Mark et Won't repair American Healthcare

A few years back, the future of American health policy appeared to hinge on how similar medical care was to broccoli.

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For the Record: WH budget director did not say Meals on Wheels did not show results Read More..

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