America is debating budgets, taxes, deficits, and spending priorities. Those discussions are necessary. But amid the political arguments, we cannot lose sight of a simple truth: every budget reflects our values, according to the Tribune News Service.

Nearly every American hopes to grow old. Yet growing old with dignity has become increasingly difficult for many seniors living on fixed incomes. Rising housing costs, groceries, utilities, insurance premiums, and prescription drug expenses continue to strain household budgets. For many older adults, retirement is no longer a season of security but one of constant financial calculation.

During more than 30 years working in healthcare, long-term care, and community health, I met countless older adults who quietly made impossible choices. Some delayed filling prescriptions so they could pay the electric bill. Others skipped meals to afford medication. Many worried less about........

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