New program for seniors in Medicare Advantage plans to address loneliness

Studies have shown loneliness can lead to poor health outcomes and an array of illnesses in the elderly, so CVS Health’s Aetna health insurance unit is rolling out a new program for seniors in their Medicare Advantage plans to address their loneliness.  Next year, Aetna is launching with Miami-based Papa Inc., which links seniors with college-aged caregivers. Read article here…

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