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Monday, September 08, 2008
New Jersey Probes Assisted Living Company's Evictions of Medicaid Residents
The New Jersey Public Advocate is investigating claims that an assisted living provider is kicking out residents once they have used up all their savings and need to go on Medicaid...
Rhode Island's Medicaid Proposal Could Set Dangerous Precedent for Other States
Rhode Island is asking the federal government for permission to radically transform its Medicaid program, a move that could create waiting lists for those needing long-term care.
Be Certain You Get the Pension You've Earned

Are you having difficulty getting the pension or 401(k) plan funds you worked years to earn? Five pension counseling projects, funded through t...


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