AARP Idaho
Gov's Budget Cuts Set to Take Harsh Toll on Older Idahoans
Published in Health Insurance Week, October 25th, 2009
To the many older Idahoans unexpectedly turning to the state for the basics in the recession such as health care, home care and prescription drugs, news of more budget cuts from the Governor couldn't come at a worse time. Already bracing for no Social Security increase next year, possible cuts to the programs allowing many of Idaho's elderly to live independently could spell disaster for those barely getting by.
Earlier this year, several of these critical programs were forced to cut back due to harsh budget slashes. AARP has a simple message for the Governor and state lawmakers: Don't balance the state budget on the backs of the frail elderly.
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