Assisted living facilities fall short when caring for aging US population, witnesses tell senators
The U.S. population is aging, and by 2060, nearly one in four Americans will be 65 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Witnesses before the Senate committee during Thursday's hearing said assisted living facilities are already inadequately prepared for an aging population. Patricia Wessenmeyer, who testified at the hearing, helped support her husband, […]
Top Senate Democrat reviewing safety in assisted living facilities
Sen. Bob Casey (D-Pennsylvania) sent a letter this week to the CEOs of three major nursing home operators following reports about workforce and safety concerns at these facilities. Information was requested. “With an estimated 1 million older adults and adults with disabilities living in long-term care facilities, we can ensure that they and their families […]