Few HMOs available to elderly. Sometimes expensive, particularly in rural areas. Isolation of elderly is problematic. Limited, fixed, disposable income. Particularly problematic when unable to live safely independently.
Studies indicate people who eat alone eat poorly.
Elderly generally in poor nutritional state. Medicare cuts affect all of us. Broad sweeping cuts across programs creates inter-generational competition. Not supported by elderly groups Progressive taxation of those elderly with more income Broaden base of money going into support of Medicare Seek compromise on proposed 7-year solution to Medicare shortfalls Managed care. Positive encouragement in elderly reaction to this.