Explore how Medicaid HCBS help older adults with disabilities live independently in their communities and the policy gaps that limit access to these critical services.

The Census just released its annual report on poverty in the United States. The 2025 data shows the Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) poverty rate at 15.4%

Every year, over 7 million older adults rely on Medicaid to pay for health services. Over two-thirds of all older adults who receive long-term care in their homes or in a nursing facility are covered…

Explore how Medicaid HCBS help older adults with disabilities live independently in their communities and the policy gaps that limit access to these critical services.

Explore how Medicaid HCBS help older adults with disabilities live independently in their communities and the policy gaps that limit access to these critical services.

Paperwork errors cut off Medi-Cal benefits for older adults with low incomes who also are enrolled in Medicare.

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Paperwork errors cut off Medi-Cal benefits for older adults with low incomes who also are enrolled in Medicare.

When asked about where they want to live as they age, almost all older adults say they want to live in their homes and get the services they need in the

Thousands of California families are facing abrupt cancellations of coverage for assisted living as insurer Health Net adjusts the benefits it provides.

The Department of Homeland Security recently expanded its criteria for identifying "public charges"—immigrants who are likely to depend on government assistance. Join our upcoming webinar to learn abo...

This resource explains how American Indian and Alaska Native older adults can access Medicaid home- and community-based services (HCBS), including eligibility, tribal programs, and available supports.

Republicans are deferring $850 million from the state because of unfounded fraud claims.

The battle to protect Medicaid for older adults and people with disabilities now moves to state capitals — where care hangs in the balance.

Learn how H.R. 1 reduces Medicaid retroactive eligibility starting in 2027, limiting coverage for past medical expenses and increasing risks for older adults.

This issue brief explains how federal rental assistance plays a critical role in the safety net for seniors, helping them avoid homelessness and institutionalization. As HUD programs face the risk of ...

Republicans are deferring $850 million from the state because of unfounded fraud claims.

For a half-century, U.S. policy has pushed to keep disabled Americans out of institutions. Now Rebecca Anger and others fear that era could end.

States can help people keep their Medicaid coverage by reducing paperwork and allowing them to self-report health conditions and caregiving responsibilities as exemptions from work requirements.

States can help people keep their Medicaid coverage by reducing paperwork and allowing them to self-report health conditions and caregiving responsibilities as exemptions from work requirements.

Learn how H.R. 1 reduces Medicaid retroactive eligibility starting in 2027, limiting coverage for past medical expenses and increasing risks for older adults.

Social Security benefits are an important source of economic security for millions of older adults. In this webinar, presenters will share insights about retirement, spousal, survivor benefits, and mo...

This brief provides advocates with basic information about Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) and how they can improve service coordination for dual-eligible populations.

Medicare currently excludes most dental care. Learn how adding a dental benefit to Part B could expand coverage, improve oral health, and reduce costs for seniors.

After working all their lives, many older adults in our communities cannot afford health and long term care, struggle to keep a roof over their heads and food

Fortunately, Americans are united about what Congress should do. Strong majorities oppose benefit cuts and support revenue solutions. One of the most popular

Fortunately, Americans are united about what Congress should do. Strong majorities oppose benefit cuts and support revenue solutions. One of the most popular

This issue brief explains how federal rental assistance plays a critical role in the safety net for seniors, helping them avoid homelessness and institutionalization. As HUD programs face the risk of ...

Medicare does not include comprehensive dental coverage, leaving many older adults and people with disabilities without access to oral health care. This resource explains why Medicare Advantage is not...

Most families have little saved for retirement – and face unfair shame for it. It’s time to cut the bootstrap rhetoric

Medicare currently excludes most dental care. Learn how adding a dental benefit to Part B could expand coverage, improve oral health, and reduce costs for seniors.

President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” state budget turmoil and new attacks on paid family caregiving have people fearing financial ruin as they fight to keep loved ones out of institutions.

SSI policy reforms can improve benefits access for older adults and people with disabilities, reducing barriers and strengthening economic security.

SSI is a critical supplemental program to the Social Security system. Created in 1972, SSI provides modest financial assistance for older adults and people

States can help people keep their Medicaid coverage by reducing paperwork and allowing them to self-report health conditions and caregiving responsibilities as exemptions from work requirements.

Fact sheet provides advocates with an overview of the unmet behavioral health needs of older adults, the history and scope of BHSA, and outlines advocacy opportunities to ensure older adults’ needs ar...

Medicare currently excludes most dental care. Learn how adding a dental benefit to Part B could expand coverage, improve oral health, and reduce costs for seniors.

Rosa María Carranza has worked and paid taxes for more than two decades, but a provision in the GOP's One Big Beautiful Bill Act will make her and an estimated 100,000 other lawfully present immigrant...

Learn how to address common eviction scenarios and assist residents in asserting their rights.

Learn how H.R. 1 reduces Medicaid retroactive eligibility starting in 2027, limiting coverage for past medical expenses and increasing risks for older adults.

Learn how H.R. 1 reduces Medicaid retroactive eligibility starting in 2027, limiting coverage for past medical expenses and increasing risks for older adults.

The United States has long organized its anti-poverty programs around one overriding assumption: that poor people are likely to cheat.

Experts from Justice in Aging, Legal Aid DC, the Change Well Project, and the Office of U.S. Senator Ron Wyden will share strategies for advocates navigating SSA during this turbulent period.

Social Security delays are rising as staffing cuts strain the system. Learn why service is worsening—and get practical tips to avoid long waits and secure your benefits faster.

A clear explanation of the options available to Medicare enrollees who owe past-due premiums—including payment plans, waivers, and other strategies to reduce or manage repayment and avoid financial ha...

As the Trump administration goes after fraud in health care, advocates say the disability community feels singled out.

The documentary film, “Social Security: 90 Years Strong,” will make its television debut on PBS member station Maryland Public Television on Saturday,