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Economy forces states to reduce Medicaid spending USA Today Share     More than half the states are reducing Medicaid services and payments to health care providers this year as the recession propelled enrollments to record levels and sapped money from treasuries. More
 Premiums jump 14 percent on Medicare private plans ABC Share
Millions of seniors who signed up for popular private health plans through Medicare are facing sharp premium increases this year — another sign that spiraling costs are a problem even for those with solid insurance. More
 Medical paper trail takes electronic turn The New York Times Share
The future holds potential for a major improvement that capitalizes on modern technology. It goes by different names depending on who maintains it — electronic health record, electronic medical record, personal health record — and its promise goes way beyond doctors' having to rely on the incomplete or inaccurate memories of their patients. More  Boomers: The case for age diversity CNBC Share
As more boomers join the ranks of senior job seekers, they are increasingly coming up against an age barrier preventing them from returning to the workforce. More Dementia in extreme elderly population expected to become epidemic Science Daily Share
University of California researchers found that the incidence rate for all causes of dementia in people age 90 and older is 18.2 percent annually and significantly increases with age in both men and women. More Aging seniors drive new remodeling trend Long-Term Living Share
Most Americans seniors say they want to remain in their homes indefinitely, and more and more of them are taking steps to make it happen, according to a new nationwide member poll from consumer review service Angie's List. More Boosting Vitamin D levels with age could curb heart disease and diabetes EmaxHealth Share
A review of studies performed by researchers from Warwick University shows that high levels of vitamin D in older people could help prevent heart disease and diabetes in older individuals. More
 March 3 Webinar: Lifespan Respite 101 AoA Share
This Webinar will provide an introduction to Lifespan Respite, including Lifespan Respite legislation, AoA's role in implementation, best practices in State Lifespan Respite Programs, and information to help you plan for a Lifespan Respite System in your state. More Office for Victims of Crime hosts elder abuse workshop March 23-24 in Jacksonville, Fla. SEIS Services Share
This training examines the barriers to providing effective services to older persons; the roles of victim service providers and allied professionals in recognizing elder abuse and providing services; and the resources available to assist victims of elder abuse. More  Reminder: February 26 is deadline for $150,000 in grants for senior transportation The Beverly Foundation Share
Take the Beverly Foundation's 2010 STAR Search survey. Its completion will ensure your eligibility for one of fifteen 2010 STAR Awards for Excellence, which will total at least $150,000. Organizations eligible for awards: (1) must deliver transportation services to seniors; (2) must be in operation for at least two years, and (3) may submit only one survey. More
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