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Medicare is rolling out major prescription drug cost changes in 2026, including a new $2,000 annual cap on Part D out-of-pocket spending and the launch of the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (M3P). This guide breaks down how the cap works, who qualifies, what “smoothing” means for your monthly budget, and the key steps to take during open enrollment to avoid surprise bills. Learn how these changes affect real-world drug costs, what caregivers should know, and where to find financial assistance if needed.

Across the U.S., families and care teams are finding new ways to help older adults age safely and confidently at home. As demand for home- and community-based services rises, states and managed care organizations are expanding access, integrating technology, and empowering caregivers. This QMedic report spotlights five states—Texas, California, Florida, South Carolina, and Pennsylvania—where collaboration and innovation are driving progress in home-based care. Readers will learn practical steps families can take now to stay supported, from connecting with MCO case managers to exploring programs like PACE and local respite services.

QMedic explores how living alone impacts men’s loneliness, its effect on their health, and why the risks are often overlooked. They often struggle to maintain friendships, express emotional needs, or build new social connections. The result can be loneliness, depression, and declining physical health, a silent but pressing public health concern.

QMedic curated a list of apps for older adults that boost and support health and wellness, citing academic research and a survey from AARP.

QMedic talked to family caregivers and policy advocates to explore the physical and emotional toll of caregivers in the sandwich generation.

QMedic compiled a list of chemicals in food, water, and consumer goods, their health risks, and how to avoid them, using CDC and journals like Nature.

QMedic analyzed Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data and spoke with experts to look at the reality of aging as a Black person in America.

QMedic examined data from the Labor Department to find out which high-paying roles in health care are projected to grow the most in the next decade.

QMedic examined data compiled by Medicaid, KFF, and the Labor Department to see how spending on home- and community-based services varies by state.

QMedic examined data from the Genworth Cost of Care Survey and the NCAL to determine the cost of senior assisted living in different states.

QMedic compiled ways to modify homes for older adults using research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other sources

QMedic analyzed Commonwealth Fund survey data to illustrate how higher health care costs are hurting Americans, particularly Medicare recipients.

QMedic analyzed data from long-term care insurance firm Genworth to illustrate how nursing home care costs have grown.

Family matters to many. QMedic examined Pew Research survey data to see how different types of Americans value living near extended family.

Many seniors opt to live somewhere new when they retire. QMedic analyzed Census data to see how far seniors go when moving out of their homes.

Nearly 1 in 5 American adults is a caregiver. QMedic compiled this list of ways to outfit a home when caregiving for an aging relative.

QMedic examined which roles in medicine will have the greatest shortages by 2035 using data from the Health Resources & Services Administration.

The post summarizes 5 common reasons care managers should refer PERS - Fall risk, chronic condition support, natural disaster risk and response, home security needs, and family member concerns

It is important that you research and compare the medical alert systems before making any decision. We show you what to look for.

A growing list curated by QMedic of state-specific informational resources for families, caregivers and managed care and aging service partners.

The post covers a break down of the medical alert system market and how to choose the right one for your members and loved ones.

This post breaks down the confusion around medical alert ratings and rating websites in general.