Updates with Bliss: Spring into Home Care Advocacy

Spring has officially sprung, and that means one thing: the heat is turning up on home care advocacy! In this update, Bliss breaks down the massive turnout at Pennsylvania’s Advocacy Day and why those conversations are "strategic gold" when negotiating the state's budget. We also take a tour across the nation—from the "juicy" political upsets in North Carolina to the looming budget battles in Florida and New Jersey. Whether you're curious about the "Medicaid spending microscope" hitting blue states or want to know when the next big Advocacy Day is happening near you, this episode is packed with the intel you need to stay ahead of the curve. Get ready to be inspired and get involved!  Episode highlights Pennsylvania’s Record Run: How a massive turnout on March 24th is tackling the direct care worker crisis and Medicaid reimbursement rates. The Federal "Fraud" Focus: Why CMS, the President, and Congress are putting a magnifying glass on program oversight and what that means for your state. A Political Plot Twist: Why the defeat of North Carolina’s Senate Pro Tem by just 23 votes is a game-changer for the state's budget future. State Breakdown: The latest on HCBS service increases in South Carolina, New Jersey's budget prep, and Florida’s workforce shortage battles. Your Advocacy Calendar: Save the date and RSVP for upcoming events in Delaware (May 14) and North Carolina (May 13). Resources We have so many events lined-up already, see which ones are coming to your area at heartsforhomecare.quorum.us/events/ Take Action: Visit the Hearts for Home Care Website to contact your legislators. heartsforhomecare.com Get Involved: Email the team directly at [email protected] to join the movement. Stay Social: Check out the Pennsylvania Fireside Chats for local advocacy updates, you can RSVP on the event page. produced by slanted.design