The inability of Congress and President Trump to agree on a government funding bill, and the shutdown it caused, could have a severe impact on the well-being of older adults and people with disabilities.
While Social Security and Medicare benefits appear safe, sufficient staff may not be available to issue or replace lost cards, or address eligibility issues. Funding for programs such as Meals on Wheels is at risk, as is subsidized housing for low-income seniors. Routine nursing home inspections are suspended.
How serious are these risks? That will depend on how long the shutdown lasts and whether Trump follows through on his threat to use the…
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