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#hospice-fraud
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

Stolen ID: Woman hears she's 'in hospice' in L.A. County after filing Medicare claim for pickleball injury

Fraud in the hospice industry has led to victims being denied care and facing terrifying situations despite evidence of wrongdoing.
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

California was warned of shocking hospice fraud. Inaction allowed problems to persist

California officials have failed to stop widespread hospice fraud despite promises of reform and ongoing investigations into the industry.
California
fromCalifornia Post
4 weeks ago

House Oversight Committee launches probe into 'rampant' hospice fraud in California

California is under investigation for hospice fraud costing taxpayers over $100 million, involving ghost hospices billing Medicare from non-existent locations.
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

Stolen ID: Woman hears she's 'in hospice' in L.A. County after filing Medicare claim for pickleball injury

Fraud in the hospice industry has led to victims being denied care and facing terrifying situations despite evidence of wrongdoing.
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

California was warned of shocking hospice fraud. Inaction allowed problems to persist

California officials have failed to stop widespread hospice fraud despite promises of reform and ongoing investigations into the industry.
California
fromCalifornia Post
4 weeks ago

House Oversight Committee launches probe into 'rampant' hospice fraud in California

California is under investigation for hospice fraud costing taxpayers over $100 million, involving ghost hospices billing Medicare from non-existent locations.
Mental health
fromArs Technica
13 hours ago

Loneliness in older adults can often lead to memory impairment

Age is the primary factor affecting memory decline, with significant drops after 75 and more pronounced after 85.
SF parents
fromThe Nation
13 hours ago

We Need to Tear Down the Adoption Industry

A US military raid in Afghanistan resulted in the death of a family, with conflicting accounts of the event and the fate of a missing infant.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Pensioner given criminal conviction over single-letter typo on car insurance form

I understood my car was fully insured with Swinton Insurance, from April 1 2025 to March 31 2026. I did not notice the registration printed wrongly. Had an F instead of an S.
Law
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on social care shortages: housing charities could help England's hidden children' | Editorial

Attention to vulnerable children is crucial as failures in social care reflect poorly on society and can cause long-term harm.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Behavioral scientists have found that how old you feel inside predicts cognitive health in later life - independent of your actual age - Silicon Canals

Subjective age significantly influences brain health, with younger feelings correlating to healthier brain structures.
Exercise
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I retired, then happily unretired. Now, at 82, I'm a pickleball coach.

Robert Warden transformed his health through swimming, diet changes, and pickleball after facing serious health issues.
#social-security
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

This is the Average Social Security Benefit at Every Age

Social Security benefits typically replace only 40% of pre-retirement income, necessitating additional savings for a comfortable retirement.
Privacy professionals
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

AARP Calls for Accountability Over Trump Administration Social Security Blunder

Social Security numbers are widely used across institutions, are highly sensitive, and recent government mishandling risks exposing Americans' private data.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

How To Save Social Security

Social Security trust funds will be insolvent by 2033–2034 without action, forcing benefit reductions or tax increases to preserve full payment.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

This is the Biggest Social Security Check Any Senior Will Get in 2026

The maximum Social Security benefit in 2026 is $5,181, significantly higher than the average benefit of $2,071.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

This is the Average Social Security Benefit at Every Age

Social Security benefits typically replace only 40% of pre-retirement income, necessitating additional savings for a comfortable retirement.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

These 5 Trump Administration Changes are Hurting Social Security Retirees

The Trump Administration made changes to Social Security that negatively impact retirees despite pledging not to cut benefits.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

How policy uncertainty is reshaping senior retirement plans

Retirees and near-retirees show heightened financial anxiety in 2025, with Social Security benefit cuts emerging as the primary policy concern, prompting delayed retirement plans and portfolio shifts toward conservative investments.
#caregiving
Medicine
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Man jailed for 12 years over frenzied attack on frail widower (88) in hospital bed

A drug addict was sentenced to 12 years for fatally attacking an 88-year-old man in a hospital.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

NY's highest court questions whether state's proposed host homes program would be a shadow foster care' system | amNewYork

The Host Homes program faces skepticism due to lack of legal protections for parents and children, raising concerns about oversight and liability.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Almost 200 prisoners released in error' last year in UK's broken' jail system

Almost 200 prisoners were mistakenly released in England and Wales last year, causing significant strain on police resources.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Murder Charge Added In Case of San Jose Toddler Who Died In Foster Care With Family Member

A teenager faces murder and assault charges in the death of his two-year-old cousin, raising concerns about Santa Clara County's child welfare system.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

A Fine Country for Old Men

American gerontocracy is unique as it is elected, with wealth increasingly concentrated among the elderly, impacting political power dynamics.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Get a grip on scandal' of illegal child social care in England, ministers are told

The number of children in unregulated care settings in England has surged by over 370% in five years, raising serious concerns about their safety.
Healthcare
fromFortune
2 days ago

Home healthcare is propping up the labor market, but fewer hours, high burnout, and an immigration crackdown threaten to topple it | Fortune

Home healthcare workers are crucial yet underrepresented, facing unsustainable conditions amid the aging baby boomer population, impacting the broader economy significantly.
Psychology
fromMail Online
4 days ago

The exact age you're considered 'old', revealed - so, are you past it?

Old age is perceived to begin at 69 according to a new survey of British adults.
Social justice
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Majority of carers don't receive dementia training when first looking after elderly

Over half of adult social care staff start without dementia training, raising concerns about care quality for vulnerable adults.
#medicare
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Real estate investors are buying up long-term care facilities. Residents can suffer

Pearlene Darby died from infections and bedsores after alleged neglect in a nursing home, leading to a lawsuit against the facility and its owner.
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

'Bordering on ridiculous' that money mule has not brought compensation to court for elderly fraud victim, judge says

A judge criticized a money mule for not reimbursing a victim of a smishing fraud involving a loss of €4,212.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The forgotten generation isn't the young people struggling to find their place in the world - it's the retirees sitting in fully paid-off houses with lifetimes of experience, waiting for a phone call that the modern world no longer knows it's supposed to make - Silicon Canals

Older adults possess valuable experience but are often overlooked and isolated in contemporary society.
#aging
Parenting
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

The most painful thing about watching a parent age isn't the physical decline. It's the moment you catch them deferring to you on a decision they would have made without hesitation ten years ago, and you both feel the transfer of authority that neither of you agreed to. - Silicon Canals

The real challenge of aging parents lies in the subtle shifts of authority and uncertainty in their decision-making.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks ago

Psychology says the real reason being over 60 is so hard isn't aging itself - it's that modern culture has no framework for dignity without productivity, and once you stop producing economic value, you become socially invisible in a way that no amount of grandchildren or hobbies can fix - Silicon Canals

The hardest part of aging in the modern West is the cultural equation between productivity and personhood, not physical decline.
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago
Mental health

Debunking Stereotypes About Aging

Aging stereotypes often stem from early life messages and can negatively influence expectations about later years.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
Social justice

Reimagining Freedom: How Older Adults Can Benefit from Connecting with Other Nondrivers - Streetsblog USA

Many people, especially seniors, assume driving is essential despite widespread nondriving populations and existing strategies for mobility among nondrivers.
Parenting
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

The most painful thing about watching a parent age isn't the physical decline. It's the moment you catch them deferring to you on a decision they would have made without hesitation ten years ago, and you both feel the transfer of authority that neither of you agreed to. - Silicon Canals

The real challenge of aging parents lies in the subtle shifts of authority and uncertainty in their decision-making.
Health
fromHarvard Gazette
3 weeks ago

Rethinking what it means to age - Harvard Gazette

Living longer does not equate to living healthier, as many older adults face chronic health conditions.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks ago

Psychology says the real reason being over 60 is so hard isn't aging itself - it's that modern culture has no framework for dignity without productivity, and once you stop producing economic value, you become socially invisible in a way that no amount of grandchildren or hobbies can fix - Silicon Canals

The hardest part of aging in the modern West is the cultural equation between productivity and personhood, not physical decline.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
Social justice

Reimagining Freedom: How Older Adults Can Benefit from Connecting with Other Nondrivers - Streetsblog USA

UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Warning issued over precarious' state of long-term adult social care in England

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Elderly victim lured into car, robbed of life savings in sick lottery scam

An elderly woman was robbed of $45,000 in a lottery scam targeting seniors in Santa Ana.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

As retirement slips further away, workers prioritize stability and senior home equity

Workers prioritize job security over new opportunities, with many delaying retirement due to rising living costs and health care expenses.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

Psychology says the happiest people over 70 don't actually 'stay young' - they've learned to stop measuring their worth against a version of themselves that no longer exists - Silicon Canals

Happiness is not a destination; pursuing it can lead to disappointment and lower well-being.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Improving maternal health; Expanding access for disabled Americans; and more

The Tech to Save Moms Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes through enhanced telehealth services and technology access for expecting mothers.
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Man who sexually assaulted former partner and hid in her shed to spy has jail term increased

A man's prison sentence for sexual assault and coercive control was increased from three years and two months to four and a half years.
SF parents
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'The HSE take for granted that family members will care for disabled adults when we're gone' - ageing carers decry lack of supports

Parents of adult children with disabilities fear inadequate care options as they age.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

'What if I die first?' Making a plan is key for family caregivers. Here's how

Family caregivers for adults with disabilities worry most about the future and lack of planning for care after their own death.
Mental health
fromCity Limits
3 weeks ago

Opinion: Helping Formerly Unhoused Older New Yorkers Age With Dignity

Supportive housing provides essential safety, security, and privacy for seniors, significantly improving their quality of life and addressing homelessness and affordability issues.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

S. Korea: 90-year-old woman gets jail for money laundering

The defendant accepted illegal proceeds while being aware of circumstances indicating their connection to drug-related offenses. The judge noted the severe social harm caused by narcotics crimes and the need for strict punishment.
Law
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

As parents age, their children face hard choices about when to take the car keys

Older drivers may face declining skills, prompting family members to intervene regarding their ability to drive safely.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Friendship fraud: warnings of rise in insidious' scam targeting older people

Friendship fraud targets older individuals, exploiting their loneliness and leading to significant financial losses through small, repeated requests for money.
Healthcare
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Opinion: Aging with Dignity Means Getting Managed Long-Term Care Right

Funding for Managed Long-Term Care is misaligned, favoring healthier populations and neglecting those with complex needs, jeopardizing the promise of aging in place.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Psychology says the reason older people stop caring isn't emotional withdrawal - it's that they've finally learned to distinguish between what actually matters and what they were only caring about out of social obligation - Silicon Canals

Older individuals prioritize emotional connections over superficial relationships as they age, focusing on what truly matters in their lives.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Why we want child abuse nursery held accountable'

Parents of children abused at a London nursery criticize Camden Council for refusing to investigate safeguarding failures, citing conflict of interest concerns.
Medicine
fromNature
1 month ago

Autism in older adults: the health system must recognize its effects

Autism research neglects adults, yet older autistic individuals face higher rates of heart disease, Parkinson's-like symptoms, osteoporosis, and dementia, requiring systematic investigation and adapted healthcare pathways.
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility

A 12-year-old boy, Emmet Zodrow, was critically injured by a car driven by an elderly woman who confused the brake and gas pedals.
US news
fromFuturism
1 month ago

AI Mistake Throws Innocent Grandmother in Jail for Nearly Six Months

An innocent Tennessee grandmother was arrested and jailed for nearly six months after AI facial recognition misidentified her as a bank fraud suspect in North Dakota, with police failing to verify the algorithm's match before pursuing charges.
#dementia
Law
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'Mam has dementia and we need power of attorney to sell the house. But we've been quoted 10,000 in legal fees. What can we do?'

Exploring options for appointing a decision-making representative without legal assistance.
Law
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'Mam has dementia and we need power of attorney to sell the house. But we've been quoted 10,000 in legal fees. What can we do?'

Exploring options for appointing a decision-making representative without legal assistance.
#nursing-homes
Healthcare
fromGothamist
4 weeks ago

New York nursing homes hope they aren't crowded out in health budget scramble

Nursing homes face financial strain due to stagnant Medicaid funding, risking the quality of care for residents like Karen Bugocki's brother.
Parenting
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

My parents are in their 60s and watching them begin to slow down is the first thing in my adult life that research can't help me process - Silicon Canals

Adult children experience role reversal with aging parents, navigating the emotional complexity of shifting from receiving guidance to providing support while preserving parental independence.
#social-care-reform
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Casey's review of adult social care offers hope | Letters

Local authorities must stabilize existing systems through adequate funding and joint commissioning to enable a successful national care service transition.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Moment of reckoning' needed in social care, says Louise Casey

England's social care system is fragmented and confusing, with a fundamental divide between health and social care that fails to serve people's needs effectively and relies on underpaid care workers.
Relationships
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Aging in place drives family caregiving, but at what cost?

Lower-income adults are significantly more likely to be caregivers for aging relatives than higher-income adults, with women bearing disproportionate emotional and physical health burdens from caregiving responsibilities.
#murder-charge
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Man charged with murder after man, 82, found dead

A 53-year-old man was charged with murder following the death of an 82-year-old man discovered at a West Hampstead residence in north London.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Man charged with murder after man, 82, found dead

A 53-year-old man was charged with murder following the death of an 82-year-old man discovered at a West Hampstead residence in north London.
Miscellaneous
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Aging independently, by design - Harvard Gazette

Most older adults prefer aging in their own homes, but the reality involves complex challenges around physical ability, financial resources, and community support systems.
#ageism
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Public health

What no one warns you about turning 65 is that it's not your body that changes first-it's the way people start talking to you like you've already disappeared - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Public health

What no one warns you about turning 65 is that it's not your body that changes first-it's the way people start talking to you like you've already disappeared - Silicon Canals

Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

2 Big Reasons to Let Go of Negative Stereotypes About Aging

Positive beliefs about aging improve physical and cognitive health, while ageist biases from external and internal sources harm well-being across midlife and older adulthood.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Caregivers for the elderly could lose wage protections under Trump proposal

Proposed rescission of the 2013 rule would remove federal minimum wage and overtime protections for over three million in-home caregivers.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

The fastest way to get into an Ontario LTC is by going a hospital first. That's a problem, say advocates | CBC News

Most Ontario residents now enter long-term care from hospitals; advocates urge expanded supportive housing and $600 million more for home care to prevent crisis-driven admissions.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 month ago

Healthy Lifestyle for Seniors: What to Prioritize After 60

As you age, your body gets less efficient at repair and recovery, as your: Immune system gradually loses some of its resilience Digestion slows Chances of chronic conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis increase Retirement can also impact your health in complex ways. While stepping away from work often reduces stress, it may lead to less physical activity and fewer social interactions-both of which can raise your health risks.
Alternative medicine
Real estate
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

There Is a Clear Next Step for My Aging Parents. My Mother Is Furious at Me for Even Suggesting It.

Parents refuse to sell a deteriorating, father-built home, creating financial strain and risking inheritance loss for their adult child.
Retirement
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

32 Older People Are Sharing The Issues They Face That Aren't Talked About Enough

Older Americans face overlooked challenges including disrespect from younger generations, lack of formal address etiquette, and senior women experiencing homelessness due to insufficient retirement savings and inflation.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

The art of being the oldest person in the room: 7 habits of people over 60 who never feel invisible in younger company - Silicon Canals

The people who never feel invisible? They're the ones asking questions. My buddy Frank is seventy-one. When his grandson talks about some video game, Frank doesn't say 'When I was your age, we played outside.' He asks, 'What do you like about it? How does it work?' And he actually listens to the answer.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Long-term care advocates speak out on regulatory rollbacks

Industry lawsuits quickly blocked most of the regulation, with two federal courts ruling that Medicare exceeded its authority. Following the 2024 elections, Congress barred implementation of the standards before 2034. Last month, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) repealed the rule entirely. Hunter called the move devastating with advocates saying it signals a retreat from oversight. It's clear (CMS) has no interest in ensuring adequate staffing, said Sam Brooks of the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care.
Public health
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Lawyer Convicted Of Systematic Sexual Abuse Of Children - Above the Law

Bishop was found guilty on 24 counts of committing lewd acts on three minor victims, all described in court documents as victims under the age of 14. The span of these offenses covers multiple years. Evidence admitted at trial showed that Bishop possessed more than 600 images of child sexual abuse material depicting two of the minor victims.
Law
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I raised my grandchildren after my daughter and son-in-law died. Now 87, it wasn't how I expected retirement to be.

An 87-year-old raised her grandchildren after both parents died while still working, facing emotional strain and generational caregiving challenges.
US politics
fromFortune
2 months ago

Tens of millions of Americans care for loved ones up to 6 hours a day while working a job-and don't get any extra money for it | Fortune

Paid caregiving leave helps workers balance jobs and family as millions care for aging relatives, easing stress and preserving employment and benefits.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm raising my four-year-old granddaughter on my own in my 60s. I expect to work until I die.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Dorenne Simonson, 66, who is her granddaughter's kinship care provider in New Jersey. Simonson has parented her since she was two months old. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. I've always been in a situation where I had to spend whatever I made. There's no retirement account when you're single and raise five kids by yourself.
Parenting
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Pensioner with Alzheimer's convicted over unpaid bill in car insurance mishap

A 91-year-old man with Alzheimer's was convicted for leaving his parked, unlicensed car uninsured for 11 days during a sale, despite his driving licence being revoked due to illness.
Mental health
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Prisons as retirement homes for low-income seniors in Japan

Japan's prisons are increasingly housing elderly people who commit minor offenses to access shelter, food, and healthcare, shifting focus to reintegration and elder care.
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