WI: Senior Issues
Unique government health plans try to find an audience
Medicare and Medicaid are key sources of health coverage for many Americans and some people qualify for assistance under both programs. With lagging …
WI poised to break through digital equity logjam
Wisconsin has announced a big development in trying to establish more digital equity around the state. Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service …
Overwhelmed with tax filing costs? WI service sites are back
Many Wisconsinites have received their income documents for filing taxes. A long-standing program geared toward low to moderate-income adults is …
WI ‘grandparents scam’ case prompts safeguard reminders
A Connecticut man has been indicted by a Wisconsin grand jury on wire fraud charges over accusations he scammed older residents. It's the latest case …
WI fares well in long-term care rankings, but issues remain
A new report ranks Wisconsin 15th in the nation for long-term care services but advocates for the people who need care say more could be done…
Hearing From People, Not Politicians, About Social Security
Keeping Social Security afloat without enacting cuts remains a thorny topic in Congress. As those debates continue to unfold, Wisconsin residents …
Survey Indicates More Older Adults Need Disaster Readiness Plans
Most older adults are not as prepared as they should be to respond quickly in the event of natural disasters, which can strike with little notice…
Amid Concerning Data, WI Cities Carry Out Pedestrian Safety Projects
A recently released report shows pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. remain at alarming levels. In Wisconsin, local communities are stepping up with …
New Poll Shows Caregiver Concerns Cross Generations
A majority of U.S. voters say it is important for Congress to expand services to enable seniors to live independently at home. That's according to a …
Report: Uptick in Hours, Value of Unpaid Family Care in WI
The economic value of uncompensated family caregiving in Wisconsin has increased by more than $2 billion, according to the latest report estimating …
An Insulin Hurdle Out of The Way, Others Remain
Some older patients with diabetes are now getting easier access to insulin. But there is concern many younger ones are still navigating a difficult …
WI Sees Renewed Calls for Caregiver Tax Credit
Wisconsin lawmakers are back in session and have a large budget surplus to work with. Advocates for the state's older residents hope any spending …