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An AARP Take On Today

[138] Hearing Loss Help Is On Its Way

Jul 23, 2021

President Biden issued an executive order this month designed to help hearing aids become more accessible to those who need them. Today, we speak with two women about the obstacles they faced with getting their hearing devices. Also, Andrew Scholnick, AARP’s Senior Legislative Representative in Government...

[137] Prescription Prices Force Many to Choose: Heat, Eat or Treatment?

Jul 16, 2021

A new survey finds that most older Americans struggle to keep up with prescription costs. In fact, our guests say that people often have to make a choice between food and medicine. Today, we discuss the impossible situation of high prescription costs with Larry Zarzecki, a retired police officer who lives with...

[136] Why It's Crucial To Talk About a Dementia Diagnosis

Jul 2, 2021

Discussing a loved one's dementia diagnosis benefits everybody, experts say. Good communication can improve health care outcomes. Today, we hear from Brian Leblanc and his wife Maureen, as they discuss their experience with dementia, and why it’s important to speak up. Also, Sarah Lenz Lock, Executive Director of the...

Coronavirus Tele-Town Hall: State of LGBTQ Equality in the COVID Era Part 2

Jul 1, 2021

Recorded Live June 24, 2021

Older Americans have been hard hit by the coronavirus and LGBTQ older adults are particularly vulnerable and more likely to have adverse consequences from COVID-19. This event addresses the impact of the pandemic on older LGBTQ adults, the Equality Act and how AARP is fighting to improve the...