House Budget Plan Proposes Unjustifiable Cuts Impacting Us All as We Age–AGS
In response to a budget blueprint in the
"We are troubled by this budget proposal to decrease support for older adults even as more and more people across our communities approach age 65," noted AGS Chief Executive Officer
Titled "A Brighter American Future," the House budget blueprint proposes cutting more than
As AGS experts continue to review shifting budget plans and priorities, they remain steadfast in their call for state and federal policies equipped to:
* Expand older adults' healthcare options to include in-home and other care that enable us to live independently as long as possible; help older adults and caregivers better understand healthcare needs and make the most of Medicare and other benefits; and provide caregivers with adequate resources and support.
* Ensure that value-based purchasing and other quality initiatives take into account the unique healthcare needs of all older people.
* Strengthen primary and preventive care and care coordination.
* Address the acute and growing nationwide shortage of geriatricians (physicians with advanced training in the care of older people) and all geriatrics healthcare professionals; and ensure that other healthcare providers have training that prepares them to meet the unique healthcare needs of older people.
* Step-up research concerning healthy aging, the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of age-related health problems, and the cost-effectiveness of various approaches to care; and ensure that older adults are adequately represented in research trials.
"Supporting these proven solutions," Lundebjerg observed, "is our best chance for ensuring health, safety, and independence for us all as we age."
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