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Seniors Return to Workforce to Cope with Rising Cost of Living, Struggle to Land Jobs

New Port Richey, Florida – Retirees in Florida are facing financial challenges as they struggle to make ends meet on fixed incomes. Ricky Bowman, a 66-year-old retiree, finds himself considering returning to work to cope with the soaring cost of living. With the cost of essential items nearly doubling, Bowman questions how seniors can survive on Social Security benefits alone, which amount to around $1,400 a month. For many older Americans, savings and Social Security …

Medical Debt Incurred Despite Health Insurance Coverage: Survey Shows Cancer Patients Struggle Financially

New York City, NY – A recent survey has revealed a troubling trend in cancer patients’ financial burdens, even with health insurance coverage. The American Cancer Society’s Cancer Action Network published the findings, shedding light on the challenges faced by cancer patients in the United States. According to the survey, nearly all cancer patients struggling with medical debt were found to have health insurance at the time the debt accumulated. This highlights the significant impact …

Migrant Workers Struggle to Afford Retirement in Ageing China

Beijing, China – The rapidly aging population in China has presented a pressing issue – millions of migrant workers are unable to afford retirement. As the country continues to grow older, the economic challenges faced by this vulnerable group are becoming more pronounced. For many migrant workers in China, retirement remains a distant dream due to financial constraints. Without adequate savings or pension plans, they are forced to continue working well into their old age …

Retirement Dilemma: A Quarter of U.S. Adults Over 50 Struggle to Save

WASHINGTON (AP) — A recent survey conducted by AARP revealed that a significant portion of U.S. adults aged 50 and older are expressing concerns about their ability to retire. About 25% of this demographic stated that they do not foresee themselves retiring, while a staggering 70% are worrying about the impact of rising prices outpacing their income growth. The study, which included over 8,000 participants and was carried out in collaboration with the NORC Center …

Foster Children Struggle to Access Federal Benefits, Leaving Them Without Support: A Look at Lori Martin’s Story

Ventura, California – Lori Martin, a former foster youth, still grapples with the repercussions of her time in the system nearly three decades after running away from her foster home at 16. She has never received access to the federal benefits she is entitled to, highlighting a larger issue faced by foster children nationwide. A recent study by the Children’s Advocacy Institute at the University of San Diego School of Law revealed that states are …

Medicaid Disenrollment Crisis: Millions of Americans Struggle to Regain Health Insurance

Jacksonville, Florida – A 2-year-old girl in Jacksonville, Florida, diagnosed with cystic fibrosis faced a health insurance crisis after losing her Medicaid coverage during the pandemic. The toddler’s mother, along with others, filed a lawsuit highlighting the urgent need for insurance to cover necessary medication and doctor visits. This story reflects a broader issue affecting communities nationwide as the Medicaid expansion, prompted by the pandemic, comes to an end. Many Americans who lost Medicaid coverage …

Mental Health Struggle: DACA Recipients Face Uncertainty Amid Renewal Deadline

Phoenix, Arizona – Ileana Salinas, a DACA recipient, is facing the uncertainty of her future in the United States as she awaits the renewal of her immigration status. The mental toll of living in constant fear of deportation is exacerbated by the ever-changing immigration policies that impact her community and mental well-being. According to the most recent numbers from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, there are 544,960 active DACA recipients in the U.S., with 20,750 …

Healthcare Burden: The Struggle of Coordinating Senior Medical Care

Sudbury, Massachusetts – When seniors like Susanne Gilliam, 67, encounter health issues that require coordination across multiple medical providers, the challenges can be overwhelming. In Gilliam’s case, a slip on black ice led to a complex web of appointments and treatments that consumed her time and energy. This scenario is all too common in America’s healthcare system, where older adults can find themselves struggling to navigate the various specialists and services needed for their care. …

Retirement Savings Struggle: Americans Face Roadblocks Amid Inflation Crisis

Washington, D.C. – Kloe Lloyd, a 25-year-old policy and advocacy associate at a research firm, recently found herself navigating the challenging landscape of saving for retirement. Like many in her generation, Lloyd faced setbacks due to the pandemic, causing her to rethink her financial priorities. Inflation posed another obstacle, hindering her ability to save for the future amidst uncertainty. Despite these challenges, Lloyd took proactive steps to start saving for retirement by contributing to a …

Burden: Elderly Patients Struggle to Navigate Complex Health Care System and Services

Sudbury, Massachusetts – A routine trip to collect the mail turned into a painful experience for Susanne Gilliam, 67, when she slipped on black ice in January. The resulting injury to her left knee and ankle set off a chain of events that highlighted the challenges faced by many individuals navigating the complexities of America’s healthcare system. Seeking treatment for her ankle, Gilliam encountered hurdles and delays as she tried to coordinate care at a …