hallahan in Ashland, KY
Joined October 2009
I have lived in Ashland, KY, my entire life. I have an eventful life with two adult children and five grandchildren. I have a Bachelor's degree in psychology and a Master's degree in Communications and Marketing. I am a registered Democrat but I think very moderately and lean more toward being an Independent. I am currently fighting the abuse of the elderly by our state government in Kentucky regarding long-term care. I am working to ensure that the state will treat our elderly with dignity rather than "stealing" everything they own before allowing them assistance with long-term care. This is an atrocity!
Seniors Get NO Respect from Government
Senior citizens who have worked most of their lives and paid into the system are now victims of the government. Funding is being cut in all levels of government regarding senior health services and long-term care assistance. In the state of Kentu... continue reading
Kentucky Congressional Leaders Are Raping the Elderly Needing Long-Term Care
I have recently learned about Kentucky policies regarding long-term care for the elderly that I find seriously disturbing. My mother may soon require long-term care or at least adult day care or personal care assistants. I spoke with a state soc... continue reading
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