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Politicians Talk About Fraud; Disabled People Talk About Staying Alive
Discussions surrounding Medicaid are frequently simplified into political rhetoric focused on budgets, political disputes, and fraud. However, for millions of older adults and disabled people, Medicaid is not merely a policy issue; it allows them to live at home. It is the difference between living at home and being forced into a nursing home or…
Olmstead’s Legacy Is Under Threat
CW: Institutionalization The fight for disability rights in the United States is entering a critical new stage, with potential repercussions that could affect how millions of disabled people live and access care. Eight states (Alaska, Florida, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Montana, South Dakota, and Texas), have petitioned a federal court to roll back essential protections related…
COLAs and the Real Cost of Disability
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries could see their monthly benefits rise again in 2027, as early projections indicate a higher cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Current predictions suggest benefits may increase by about 3.9%, more than the 2.8% increase recipients received in 2026. This anticipated increase is driven by ongoing inflation, which is impacting…
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