Health insurance has seen some major changes in the U.S. over the last several years – including changes made to Medicare. These changes have made healthcare more widely available – and at more competitive rates – for a large portion of the population. As these options have expanded, those looking for senior healthcare have been given some new options both within and outside of Medicare.
Like many Americans, you probably have a lot of questions about the Affordable Care Act— the first major overhaul of the American healthcare system in decades. While the legislation may be difficult to decipher and we’ve not yet seen how the long-term impact of the law will play out, the early indications are good for American seniors.
It can be difficult for a senior living on a fixed income to cover necessary expenses like rent or medical bills, but it’s easy enough to find local, state and, federal programs that can help older adults on lower incomes cover their current and future care expenses.
