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Fewer and fewer older Pennsylvanians are receiving property tax rebates from a popular state program because lawmakers haven't updated the income limits to qualify in over a decade. (Daniel Fishel for Spotlight PA)
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Thousands of older Pennsylvanians at risk of losing property tax rebates because of legislative inaction

No one likes paying taxes, but local property taxes in Pennsylvania are especially loathed.

3 years ago

Gov. Wolf speaks at a podium surrounded by elected officials and others.
Community

Workers at 14 Pennsylvania nursing homes go on strike

Workers from 14 Pennsylvania nursing homes went on strike Friday after marathon contract negotiations failed to produce a deal.

3 years ago

Gov. Wolf speaks at a podium surrounded by elected officials and others.
Health
Spotlight PA

Thousands of Pa. nursing home workers may strike despite $600M for care in state budget

Workers for two for-profit companies fear the bulk of the money won’t be used to alleviate longer working hours, expanded job responsibilities, and more.

3 years ago

A woman in a green blouse speaks at a podium with a sign in front which reads DAO. People stand in the background.
Courts & Law

Philly network of nonprofits aims to prevent and prosecute elder abuse

According to the National Council on Aging, 1 in 10 elderly people has been victims of financial or material exploitation, at a cost of $36.5 billion annually.

3 years ago

Close-up Of A Woman's Hand Inserting Hearing Aid In Her Ear
Health

Over-the-counter hearing aids expected this fall in U.S.

Millions of Americans will be able to buy hearing aids without a prescription later this fall, under a long-awaited rule finalized Tuesday.

3 years ago

Philadelphia is in the middle of another intense heat wave. (Passakorngtx/BigStock)
Weather

Philly’s ‘Heatline’ is seeing an increase in demand amid dangerous heat

The city’s Corporation for Aging says calls to its “Heatline” are up 48% over this time last year.

3 years ago

The Old Coots and Company doles out advice at the Jersey Shore every Friday morning at the Ventnor Farmer’s Market. (Elizabeth Estrada/WHYY)
Community

Seeking advice? The ‘Old Coots and Company’ share free wisdom down the shore

A group of senior citizens doles out advice every Friday morning at the Ventnor Farmer’s Market. “It may not be the best advice, but it’s free.”

3 years ago

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Radio Times
Health

Accepting our bodies: positivity, neutrality and self-esteem

We'll talk about the ever-changing, impossible body image standards for men and women of all ages, and how we can feel more confident about ourselves and the way we look.

Air Date: July 27, 2022 10:00 am

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A closeup of Gov. Tom Wolf
Politics & Policy

Wolf, nursing homes come to agreement to boost staff

Wolf on Monday signed legislation authorizing nearly $300 million a year in additional Medicaid reimbursements, or nearly 20% more.

3 years ago

Homes are pictured in Wilmington, Delaware.
Politics & Policy

Lawmakers slash proposal to nearly double property tax credit for Delaware seniors

GOP Rep. Kevin Hensley said the state’s nearly $700 million budget surplus warranted a larger credit. Dems who control the budget-writing panel thought otherwise.

3 years ago

A community vaccine clinic. (Courtesy of Penn Asian Senior Services)
Community

Proper primary medical care is difficult for limited English-speaking seniors to find. PASSi wants to change that

PASSi will offer primary care to their limited English proficient seniors, allowing them to get proper primary care in their own language.

3 years ago

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Politics & Policy

Should Delaware allow terminally ill patients to be prescribed medication to end their life?

State Rep. Baumbach has been trying to get his bill passed since 2015. The Medical Society of Delaware has dropped its opposition, but plenty of foes remain.

3 years ago

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Marvin Marcus receives a COVID-19 vaccine from a health worker
Health

Nursing home workers are urged to get boosters as COVID-19 cases soar

Health Secretary Xavier Becerra says the nation cannot afford another COVID-19 surge in nursing homes.

3 years ago

The exterior of the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging building
Politics & Policy

State employees aiding troubled Philly elder abuse nonprofit

Although the latest state data still has some errors, the nonprofit likely has not been complying with state laws that require caseworkers to promptly see potential victims.

3 years ago

Close up hands of caregiver doctor helping old woman at clinic.
Health

Getting out and moving helps reduce the risk of falls in older people, study shows

Little steps every day can make a positive difference: Decreased physical activity was linked to more falls, a survey of 2,000 people ages 50 to 80 found.

4 years ago

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