Kamala Harris Proposes Expanding Medicare for Seniors' Home Care, Capping Insulin Costs

Oct 8, 2024, 03:47 PM

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has announced a comprehensive plan to expand Medicare to cover long-term home care for seniors, people with disabilities, and family caregivers. This proposal, aimed at assisting the 'sandwich generation' who care for both children and aging parents, includes a Medicare benefit for home care aides. Harris discussed this initiative during her New York media blitz on Tuesday, including an appearance on 'The View.' NPR reported that the plan also seeks to cap insulin costs and finance the expanded coverage through increased taxes and drug price negotiations. The proposal, while politically popular, will require support from a likely divided Congress. Senator Tim Kaine expressed support for the initiative, emphasizing the need for affordable home care for seniors.