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Medical Device Reviewers Fired at Medicare
Medicare Staff Cuts: A Red Flag for Gen X Retirement Plans? For Generation X, the concept of retirement often involves visions of travel, pursuing hobbies, and maybe even a little less stress. But a recent Bloomberg article has thrown a…
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Spokane, WA Aging in Place Facility
Aging in Place, Elevated: Vineyard Park at South Hill’s Refresh The desire to age in place is a common one, and the ongoing renovations at Vineyard Park at South Hill in Spokane are designed to support just that. Following its…
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The GOP’s Reconciliation Menu: What Does It Mean for Gen X?
The recent unveiling of the Republican Study Committee’s (RSC) proposed budget reconciliation package, dubbed the “menu,” offers a glimpse into the party’s policy priorities for the coming years. This extensive document outlines significant spending cuts and policy changes across various…
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North-Central Connecticut Towns Receive $12.8 Million in Housing Grants
Boosting Affordable Housing in North-Central Connecticut In a significant boost to affordable housing, Governor Ned Lamont recently announced $12.8 million in small cities grants for several north-central Connecticut municipalities. This funding will support crucial renovations and modernization projects for low-…
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Medicaid Cuts Loom: What It Means for Generation X
Healthcare changes are again on the table, with Congress aiming to cut Medicaid funding. A Center for Medicare Rights article details a proposal to achieve these cuts via budget reconciliation. This process allows legislation to pass the Senate with a…
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Don’t get too isolated
Combating Loneliness in Rural Wisconsin: A Call to Action for Generation X and Beyond For Generation X, this issue hits close to home. Many members of this generation have aging parents living in rural areas and may be witnessing firsthand…
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A Beacon of Hope: VCU’s Elder Justice Shelter
A recent development at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) offers a glimmer of hope in addressing a particularly disturbing aspect of aging: elder abuse. Aging is a fact of life. And for many in Generation X, it’s increasingly intertwined with caring…
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Wirecutter Sharpens its Focus: Product Reviews with Accessibility in Mind
Whether it’s decreased dexterity, mobility issues, or sensory changes, the products we rely on need to adapt to us, not the other way around. Wirecutter gets it. “Most people” excludes many. They’re changing how they review products. This is a…
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EODD Area Agency on Aging receives award
Recognizing Excellence in Aging Services: The EODD Area Agency on Aging Aging is a journey we all embark on, though perhaps with varying degrees of enthusiasm. For Generation X, the reality of aging is becoming increasingly tangible. While we may…
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Novelist Tom Robbins has died
Tom Robbins, the novelist known for books such as “Even Cowgirls Get the Blues” and “Jitterbug Perfume”, has died at age 92. Story and video on King5.
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