Today, we join the global community in recognizing #WorldAlzheimersDay, a powerful reminder of the importance of continued research, awareness and support.
What do you think is the most important step we can take for a dementia-friendly society?
Breaking News: Eli Lilly said it would cut the price of insulin, capping the monthly out-of-pocket cost of the lifesaving drug at $35.
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#Medicare Annual Election Period for 2023 is open till Dec 7th! Here's a short overview of the main parts of Medicare. If you are a #familycargiver interested in learning more about managing #healthcarebenefits for an older adult, visit us at https://t.co/H6egyewi94
In last six months, higher #healthcarecosts drove ~98M Americans to delay or forgo health care treatments, or borrow money to cover medical expenses. With average #homehealthaide costs at ~$60k/year, for #olderadults on fixed income, #longtermcarecosts are a growing problem!
CMS to reassess its record-high premium increase (14.5%) in 2022 for #MedicarePartB driven by #Aduhelm. While Biogen was pushed to halve the price to $28k, these savings will not be passed on to the beneficiaries until 2023!
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The criticality of #AgeFriendly communities! Of all the social "isms" we are aiming to remove, #ageism is one that universally affects us all...if not today then tomorrow!
@MassGovernor on making MA agefriendly. #Revolutionize2022
Looking for #taxprep assistance for your LO? @AARPFoundation Tax-Aide provides FREE in-person & virtual tax assistance to anyone, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. #hablaespaรฑol
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As a #familycaregiver you may be eligible for care related #taxdeduction. On average, family caregivers spend about $7,200/yr on household, medical & other care related costs. Some tips from AARP for this tax season.#payingforcare#longtermcare#ElderCare
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$265Bn worth of care services for #Medicare beneficiaries could shift to the home by 2025. Patients are likely to be the biggest beneficiaries of "Care at Home" as long as care is comprehensive covering physical, behavioral and social needs #homehealthcare#longtermcare
Prioritize #selfcare as you wrap up the year! Here are some tips to enjoy the holidays as a #familycaregiver - Reset, Simplify & Be thankful - you are already doing your best for your loved ones! #eldercare#LongTermCare
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