McKnight’s Senior Living October 10, 2024
John O'Connor

Talk about an October surprise. On Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris laid out a proposal that would expand Medicare coverage to include home care services.

For the senior living field, such a shift would have the potential to be a real game changer — though whether the game would improve or decline remains an open question.

On the bright side, it could lead to more appropriate care, allowing those in need to receive personalized assistance in the comfort of their homes. For senior living operators, this could spark new partnerships with home care agencies, creating a seamless continuum of care that better meets the needs of our aging population.

Let’s not put on rose-colored glasses just yet, however. The flip...

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