Do You Hear What I Hear? Why Listening to Older Adults Leads to Better Care
Feb 2026
National
Long-Term Care
Extensive new research shows better outcomes and lower costs result when providers consider patient preferences in care plans. Diving into LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston’s quantitative and qualitative work, we learn key takeaways and actionable insights.
2027 Medicare Advantage Proposed Rule Comment Letter
Feb 2026
National
Medicare Health and Social Supports, Medicare-Medicaid Integration
As enrollment in Medicare Advantage (MA) continues to a major part of overall Medicare enrollment, federal policy decisions play an increasingly important role in shaping how older adults access care, understand their coverage, and maintain trusted provider relationships.
“Aging in Place: The Impact of Community During the Holidays” Statement for the Record
Dec 2025
Long-Term Care, Medicare Health and Social Supports, Medicare-Medicaid Integration, Multisector Plans for Aging
The SCAN Foundation appreciates the opportunity to submit this statement for the record in relation to the Committee’s December 3, 2025 hearing, “Aging in Place: The Impact of Community during the Holidays.”
New State- and County-Based Dashboard Shows Where Critical Medicaid Services are Used by Older Adults and People With Disabilities
Jun 2025
National
Long-Term Care, Medicare-Medicaid Integration
Just under 6 million older adults and people with disabilities nationwide rely on health and supportive services through Medicaid’s Home- and Community-Based Services (HCBS) program, according to a new database showing where these individuals reside.
Addressing Aging in California: Insights from the State Capitol Hearing
Apr 2025
California
Long-Term Care, Medicare Health and Social Supports, Medicare-Medicaid Integration, Multisector Plans for Aging
On April 9, 2025, The SCAN Foundation’s President and CEO Sarita A. Mohanty provided testimony at the Joint Hearing of California Assembly Budget Subcommittees on Human Services and Health.
How Can MPAs Help Advance Integrated Care for Dual-Eligible Beneficiaries?
Aug 2023
National
Medicare-Medicaid Integration, Multisector Plans for Aging
In a new Health Affairs blog, The SCAN Foundation explores how an MPA can help states navigate barriers to advancing integrated, high-quality health care.
