Kamala Harris Unveils Plan to Expand Medicare for In-Home Senior Care, Cap Insulin Costs

Oct 8, 2024, 02:55 PM

Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled a comprehensive plan to expand Medicare coverage to include in-home long-term care for seniors. The proposal aims to alleviate the financial and emotional burden on families, particularly those in the 'sandwich generation' who care for both children and aging parents. Harris announced the initiative during a live appearance on ABC's 'The View,' emphasizing that the plan would also benefit people with disabilities and their caregivers. The initiative is part of her broader campaign promises to support caregivers and address the rising need for eldercare in the United States. Harris plans to finance the program through increased taxes and drug price reforms. The proposal, however, faces the challenge of gaining support in a likely divided Congress. Additionally, Harris proposed capping insulin costs.