Arizona

Congress Says They’re Not Hearing from Enough Seniors.

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! A savvy senior knows that silence is rarely noticed, but a barrage of phone calls can be. During recent meetings on Capitol Hill, The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) heard a consistent message from lawmakers: Congress isn’t hearing from enough seniors. When older Americans speak up, lawmakers pay attention. TSCL is encouraging older Americans to contact […]

Medicare

Congress Reducing Substance Disorder Rates Among Older Americans

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! WASHINGTON – Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) joined Reps. Lauren Underwood (IL-14), Carol Miller (WV-01), and Paul Tonko (NY-20) to reintroduce the Residential Recovery for Seniors Act. This bipartisan bill would help lower the rate of drug overdoses among older adults by authorizing residential and in-patient treatment of opioid-use disorder under Medicare. “Substance use disorder can affect anyone, and […]

Health Management

Respite Care; How to Find Relief, Recharge, and Keep Going

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! Caring for an aging parent, spouse, or loved one is one of the most meaningful things a person can do. It is also one of the most physically and emotionally demanding. The sleepless nights, the constant vigilance, the medical appointments, the emotional weight of watching someone you love struggle — it accumulates in ways that […]

Health Management

What to Look for When Choosing an Oxygen Concentrator

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! A Guide for Seniors and Caregivers If you or someone you love has been prescribed supplemental oxygen, one of the first decisions you’ll face is choosing the right oxygen concentrator. It’s a decision that affects daily comfort, mobility, safety, and quality of life — so it deserves careful thought. This guide walks through what oxygen […]