Toolkits & Resources for Grassroots Activists
Developing relationships with legislators takes time and persistence. It’s ineffective to show up with a long list of demands- like we sometimes must do during the state budget or legislative session. A more effective strategy is to build strong, long-term relationships with legislators based on effective, regular communication. We do our part here in Albany, and it’s time to bring home care HOME- to legislators’ district offices. That’s where our members come in. No one is a better local expert in your business than YOU.
10% Targeted Rate Increase for Home Care Providers
The state mandates higher wages and benefits for home care workers — now it must provide the funding to match. A 10% Medicaid reimbursement rate increase is the minimum needed to cover these costs and keep agencies operating. Ensure compliance by having the state require plans to flow funds directly to providers; then secure it in statute with A1112 (Paulin) /S3599 (Rivera).
Repeal the LHCSA RFO
The Licensed Home Care Services Agency (LHCSA) Request for Offers (RFO) threatens access, choice, and stability in New York’s home care system. If it stands, small and community-based agencies, the backbone of Medicaid-funded
care, will be forced out, leaving vulnerable New Yorkers without the providers they rely on. Repeal it now by passing A8137 (Paulin) / S7874 (Rivera) to protect consumer choice and preserve access to care throughout the state.
Resources
Current State Budget and Legislative Priorities 1-pager
Talking Points and Messaging
Current Asks
State Budget and Legislative Priorities 1-pager
Priority Bill Memos
Memorandum of Strong Support A1112 (Paulin) / S3599 (Rivera): Transparent & Sustainable Home Care Rates
Memorandum of Strong Support A8137 (Paulin) / S7874 (Rivera): LHCSA RFO Repeal
Home Care Basics
Home Care 101: An in-depth reference to help lawmakers understand the complex world of home care.
Home Care in New York at a Glance: Home care basics for quick reference on one page.
Toolkit 1:
One Small Step: Make a District Office Visit to Your Lawmakers
- Making a Legislative District Office Visit– quick instructions for success
- Swiss-Cheese Agency Document– download and fill in some agency information to help introduce yourself to your lawmaker
- Lawmaker Meeting Feedback Form– tell HCP how it went and if any follow-up is needed.
Toolkit 2:
Bringing it Home: Invite a Lawmaker on a Home Visit
- Patient Letter and Authorization
- HIPAA VISITING OBSERVER GUIDE and ACKNOWLEDGMENT
- Lawmaker Meeting Feedback Form– tell HCP how it went and if any follow-up is needed.
HCP Videos
Demystifying New York’s Legislative and Budget Sessions
