U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR), Senate Finance Committee ranking member, recently released a request for information on a range of policy proposals aimed at improving long-term care.
The request seeks feedback on policy proposals that create universal, simple and flexible access to long-term care in every circumstance while also investing in a strong workforce and creating safeguards that protect people and taxpayer dollars. The request focuses on three areas: making home care affordable and accessible especially for Americans with disabilities and seniors; improving the quality of care in nursing homes; and strengthening the long-term care work force.
“Long-term care and the decisions that surround it are among the most personal and sensitive any American family must face,” Wyden said. “Today, those decisions are too often driven by financial considerations rather than what is best for a loved one and their family. Senate Democrats are determined to deliver an equitable and affordable home care guarantee for all Americans in need, improve the quality of long-term care across the board, and make sure there are workers in good jobs to meet that need.”
Earlier this year, Wyden released similar requests for information on prescription drug pricing and health insurance, and was part of an initiative to reimagine the health care system.