June 6, 2023 AgingHere

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June 06, 2023

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In this week’s email:

  • Empowering aging adults to age safely at home: The Enhanced Home Care for the Elderly (eHCE) Program in Florida

  • Analysis of State and Federal Tax Subsidies for Older Adults: Impact, Inequities, and Policy Recommendations.

  • Enhancing Senior Care with Smart Technology Solutions and Expert Support.

  • The finest wheelchair for aging parents: How to choose?

  • Today’s AgingHere Survey

  • Making us laugh this week


The Enhanced Home Care for the Elderly (eHCE) program in Florida offers low-cost, high-impact interventions to eligible seniors, providing up to $6,000 for enhancements such as home modifications, medical monitoring devices, and accessible smart home devices. The program aims to support aging adults in safely and independently aging in their own homes, particularly those at risk of moving to assisted living facilities or nursing homes. Contact the Elder Helpline or visit the Senior Resource Alliance (SRA) online for more information about the program and its services. Read more.


Many state governments offer tax subsidies to older adults that are not available to younger taxpayers, resulting in a substantial revenue loss of about $48 billion annually. These subsidies disproportionately benefit wealthy individuals, worsen racial and generational inequalities, and hinder states' ability to invest in essential services. Reforming or repealing these flawed subsidies is necessary to create a fairer and more sustainable tax system. Read more.

Smart technology solutions can significantly enhance the quality of care in senior facilities by improving workflows and communication between caregivers and residents. Surveying residents and staff to assess their readiness for adopting smart technology is crucial, and having the right technology in place is essential for attracting new senior care residents and providing them with a familiar and comfortable living experience. CDW offers expertise and support for implementing smart technology in senior care communities.  Read more.

The Forbes Health article discusses the benefits of electric wheelchairs in providing mobility to individuals with illnesses, strokes, or injuries. It also mentions that the Forbes editorial team evaluated over 100 products based on various factors such as price, weight, capacity, range, and speed to compile a list of recommended electric wheelchairs. Read more.

Best Electric Wheelchairs of 2023 by Forbes Health

• Move Lite Folding Power Chair

• Model X Travel Power Wheelchair

• Model H Manual + Hybrid Wheelchair

• Pride Jazzy Passport Folding Power Chair

• eVolt Traveler Power Wheelchair

• Forcemech Navigator

• EWheels M45 Folding Power Wheelchair

• Feather Chair

• EZ Lite Cruiser Deluxe Slim SX8

• Golden Technologies Alante Sport GP208A Power Chair

Today's AgingHere Survey

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Listen to Mastering Medicare Podcast Episode 20: Medicare Advantage and Delegated Medical Group Deep Dive with Alex Mohseni.

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“Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.” ~Betty Friedan

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