The biggest news today is a proposed bill that would require Medicare to help pay for long-term care at home (1). Right now, many families cover most caregiving hours themselves, as one report about a man sent home "with services" makes clear (15). If it passes, this bill could ease a heavy burden on older adults and their loved ones.

There is also worry about coverage. Some health insurers are dropping Medicare Advantage plans, which could affect many seniors (21, 22). A new analysis says Medicaid managed care turns down prior authorization requests more often than Medicare Advantage does (4).

Finally, several assisted living homes faced fires, including large evacuations in St. Johns County, Florida, and lightning-sparked blazes elsewhere (7, 5, 8). Most reports note no serious injuries, but many residents were displaced.