The New Mexico Veterans Counseling and Therapy Project
Starting March 15, 2013 New Mexico implemented a new program The New Mexico Veterans Counseling and Therapy Project (NMVC&TP), which will provide free mental health care to veterans who have […]
“Education to End Poverty Act”
Tennessee State Senator, Stacey Campfield, proposed a bill that would cut Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) payments by 30% if their children did not make good grades in school. […]
Older Adult Activities
There are many activities for older adults in today’s society. Many older adults still wish to get out and about for recreation and fun. I believe that this helps them […]
Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2013
The Elder Abuse Victims Act of of 2013 was introduced into House on February 27, 2013, and as of April 8, 2013, was referred to the subcommittee on crime, terrorism, […]
Social Security and the Chained CPI: GOP Wants, Dems Deliver
Obama has released his proposed budget for 2014 which incorporates a mixture of spending cuts and tax hikes–a self-proclaimed compromise by the President. The greatest shock, or course, is his […]
Having Company Might Just Prolong Your Life!
Having a close connection with friends and family just might ward off poor health and premature death. According to a study done by the University of California, San Francisco […]
Risky Medicare in the south
Even though there has been a message sent to the health care companies about high-risk medicines not being allowed many of them still provide their seniors with it, especially in […]
Older Adults
Social policy for the older population has to face several challenges, specifically with the regards to quality health care. Some doubt has been cast on the inefficiency of current welfare […]
Tail Wags Lower Blood Pressure
I bet no one has informed you that having a pet can actually make you a happier person. It is true! Research has proven that having animals in your life […]
Mental Health and Social Policy
Mental Health is defined as: It is a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can […]
Social Policy 