Many states expanded care for children, older adults and workers

By: Kevin Hardy

Outlets: Stateline

Published: July 31, 2026

Words: 329

Last Updated: 3 days, 3 hours ago

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Many states have made marked progress over the past two years in extending crucial care and benefits to children, workers and aging adults. But they will be hard-pressed to fill the void left by impending federal cuts to social services, according to a new analysis.

A report released this week by The Century Foundation and Caring Across Generations found that more than half the states improved services for children, older adults and disabled people …

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