Independence Day

For 242 years, our country has celebrated its independence each July. But, while we celebrate our country’s independence, government policies have made it harder for millions of Americans to maintain their own independence. In previous posts, we discussed Medicare’s faulty “Competitive Bidding” program. The program has slashed funding for home medical equipment, supplies, and services by upwards of 50 percent. It has crippled access to these products and services many Americans

Ever since the ink dried on the Declaration of Independence, people have gathered in July to celebrate. Back then, festivities included bonfires, concerts, parades, and even the firing of cannons. We’ve traded in the cannons for fireworks. But, what really gives Independence Day its flare is that families and communities come together to take part in the celebrations. That’s why this month People for Quality Care would like to celebrate independence—not just for our country,