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Social Security and Medicare are the most effective and essential anti-poverty programs in American history. In these uncertain times, we are redoubling our efforts to preserve and strengthen both programs. Read more from AARP CEO Myechia Minter-Jordan. spr.ly/60152x13X

Work-and-save policies are most supportive of people who work for small- and mid-sized businesses who wouldn’t otherwise have workplace retirement plans. Having the payroll deduction makes it easier to save for retirement. #SmallBiz #RetirementSecurity spr.ly/601620giI

“It’s very critical for these programs to consider the needs of these family caregivers by providing support just by being present in the home,” explains @AARPPolicy’s Rita Choula. Watch the Policy Now video on the Hospital at Home model. #HaH spr.ly/601920sfd

The minimum benefit was created in 1972 to boost #SocialSecurity benefits for long-term low earners, but its design is almost obsolete. Chantel Boyens Jack Smalligan ke ke outline some solutions. Center on Budget Urban Institute spr.ly/6019205Wl

Our blog documents a recent rise in #FoodInsecurity among older adults and highlights the importance of ensuring that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (#SNAP) – formerly known as food stamps – can keep doing its job. spr.ly/601720gzR

The Village is an innovative, grassroots model that promotes aging in place for older adults in their communities. There are least 250+ operating across the country. Learn more about these self-governed organizations. #VillageMovement spr.ly/601820Ub6

Some older adults have a limited understanding of generic drugs. They may perceive them as inferior to brand-name equivalents, question the safety and efficacy of #generics, or be unaware of their availability or financial benefit. #MedicarePartD spr.ly/601220tMj

Our paper is focused on understanding who is not enrolling in #SNAP despite being eligible - “eligible nonparticipants” - which is important for addressing low program enrollment. There are about 14 million of them age 60-plus. #Hunger #Seniors spr.ly/60172CHkv

Better race, ethnicity, LGBTQ+ identity, and other demographic data would provide a clearer understanding for tailored prevention and intervention strategies beyond a one-size-fits-all approach to combatting financial exploitation. #ElderAbuse spr.ly/60172CyPz

“Taking on debt in #retirement requires careful consideration of expected income and expenses,” Lori Trawinski, senior director at AARP Policy tells NerdWallet when discussing home equity lines of credit (HELOC) as a potential option in retirement. spr.ly/6019N8JXV

“The research actually tells us young people do not resent #SocialSecurity. In fact, among those 18-29, who won’t retire for decades to come, less than 10% think that too much is spent on #socialsecurity.” says Jim Palmieri in our latest Policy Now video. spr.ly/6013N8sW3

Our analysis finds that the main effect of #Medicaid work requirements is paperwork. If they are added, millions of Medicaid enrollees age 50+ who already work or will be exempt may still lose coverage due to red tape. #HealthCare #FamilyCaregivers spr.ly/6016N1xnG

Dementia affects nearly 1 in 10 adults in the United States over age 65. A new report from MIT AgeLab and AARP shines a light on financial risks during the pre-diagnosis phase. Read our new report. #finances #dementia #healthylongevity spr.ly/6019NJGnW

The reality is that paid #LTSS is unaffordable for most families. Rising home care costs that outpace even general #inflation present specific, unprecedented difficulty for older adults, people w/disabilities and – importantly – #familycaregivers. spr.ly/6019NJGdc

People with low incomes who are on Medicare. People who work but don’t have workplace health coverage. All kinds of older adults rely on #Medicaid for health care and long-term care. AARP’s Alan Weil explains. aarp.org/videos/pri/637…

Workers ages 50+ are the group most likely to be #self-employed, to have incorporated their businesses and to have employees. Our new fact sheet looks at self-employment trends by age and other characteristics and type of industry. #Jobs #SmallBusiness spr.ly/6011NM2wv

Employee #EmergencySavings not only improve employee financial security but also increase productivity & enhance employee retention, E.G., workers saving for emergencies are 10% more likely to be satisfied with their jobs. #FinancialWellness spr.ly/6017NM2ot

“Work & Save” programs allow individuals to build economic security. Greater access to this savings option could improve economic mobility and reduce wealth disparities. States have a role to play. spr.ly/6017NMNmN

This Medication Literacy report looks at how and why health insurance plans develop pharmacy networks, including preferred networks, and how they can affect older adult consumers’ prescription drug access and costs. #Rx #Healthcare spr.ly/6010NMNMI