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Sequestration Pinches Senior Services

Health News Florida | By Health News Florida
Published May 1, 2013 at 10:50 AM EDT
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Congress' approach to cutting the budget -- automatic cuts called "sequestration" -- has affected the elderly where it really counts: food. 

The Orlando Sentinelreports that both meal delivery and congregate meals for seniors have been reduced.

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