Weekly News Wrap-Up (March 22 - March 26)

A Look at Details of the Health Care Overhaul Law (The Associated Press, March 26, 2010)
Some features of the health care overhaul bill President Barack Obama has signed, as modified by a package of changes passed Thursday by the House and Senate.

Retirees Face Average of $250,000 in Medical Bills During Retirement (McKnights Long-Term Care News and Assisted Living, March 26, 2010)
Married seniors planning to retire this year may face $250,000 in medical bills over the course of their retirement.  That does not include long-term care or nursing home costs, according to a study by Fidelity Investments.

Final Votes in Congress Cap Battle on Health Bill (The New York Times, March 25, 2010)
Congress on Thursday gave final approval to a package of changes to the Democrats’ sweeping health care overhaul, capping a bitter partisan battle over the most far-reaching social legislation in nearly half a century.

Our 6 Declarations for Independence for seniors and people living with disabilities in America.