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August 12, 2011

When They Won’t Spend the Money

We know that many older Americans — about 17 percent — live in poverty and that Social Security provides the primary support for nearly half the elderly population. And we know that for virtually any kind of paid assistance, the price is shocking.

But we also know this: Some seniors can afford to pay for what they need, but won’t.

via When They Won’t Spend the Money – NYTimes.com.

posted to Elder Care/Family Decision Making,Mediation @ 12:31 pm

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