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• •UnitedHealth and Humana cut back Medicare Advantage plans Two major insurers are trimming Medicare Advantage offerings as costs rise, which may affect the plans, benefits, and choices available to seniors next year. Read it
• •Severe nursing home violations jump 77% in Virginia Data shows a sharp rise in serious violations after reform efforts, which may reflect stronger oversight and closer attention to resident safety. Read it
• •Fire displaces 67 residents at Belle Plaine senior facility A fire forced dozens of older residents from their homes, a reminder of why safety planning matters at senior living communities. Read it
• •Federal funds approved to pay Minnesota nursing home workers The move helps support staffing at Minnesota nursing homes, and steady staffing is closely tied to the quality of care residents receive. Read it
• •Wearable health devices move into Medicare coverage Medicare is expanding access to wearables, which could help seniors and their families track health more easily at home. Read it