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Trump Administration to End Medicare Drug Plan Subsidy, Raising Senior Costs

Good morning. The Trump administration plans to end a Medicare drug plan subsidy that has helped lower premiums for seniors, according to multiple reports from the WSJ, New York Times, Reuters and others. Experts warn the change could raise out‑of‑pocket costs for prescription coverage starting after 2026, adding financial pressure on older adults.

Other news includes OneCare Hospice losing its Medicare enrollment after a federal ruling tied to fraud risk, a $1 million renovation completing at Westwood assisted living, and a new Medicaid reimbursement floor expected to bring $215 million in federal funds to stabilize nursing home payments. Additionally, concerns were raised about conditions at Beaver County and Pennsylvania nursing homes, while social robots are being tested in memory care and residents celebrated Christmas in July with charitable giving.