Convergence Center for Policy Resolution

A Valuable New Framework For Improving The Care Of Frail Older Adults

Imagine, for a moment, a functioning, well-developed system for improving the lives of frail older adults. Imagine that, instead of our current chaotic, dangerous, and needlessly expensive patchwork of care for seniors, the US had a well-coordinated care model that leverages and supports paid aides, family caregivers, safe and appropriate housing, and new technology. And imagine a system that makes [...]

By Howard Gleckman|2022-09-07T11:06:12-04:00September 7th, 2022|long term care reform, Uncategorized|0 Comments

How Liberals and Conservatives Are Working Together To Improve Long-Term Care

The number of people needing long-term supports and services is likely to double by mid-century, and there is broad agreement across the political spectrum that our system for delivering and financing that care is, frankly, terrible. But for years, these problems seemed intractable. How could we break the political gridlock that has infected this issue, along with so many others? [...]

By Howard Gleckman|2015-07-09T08:05:24-04:00July 9th, 2015|long term care reform, long-term care financing|1 Comment