On Tuesday, June 23 (between 9 am – 6 pm, ET), APA will join other members of the Eldercare Workforce Alliance (EWA), in a National Call-in Day to send a clear message to Congress: A Strong Eldercare Workforce is Essential to Real Health Reform.
Toward the end of next week, prior to Call-in day, we will send out another message with logistical information, including an 800# (that will connect to a voice-activated system), call-in instructions, and a sample script.
This effort is targeted to Representatives on the House Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor committees. We will be urging Congress to include the following measures in health reform:
à Increase the federal match for all long-term care services funded under Medicaid, which will give states incentives to increase these vital services.
à Expand the Geriatrics Health Professions Education and Training Programs under Titles VII and VIII of the Public Health Service Act to increase the supply of essential healthcare professionals.
à Extend greater federal minimum wage and overtime protection under the Fair Labor Standards Act to 1,500,000 home care workers.
à Provide loan forgiveness for professional training in geriatric care.
à Support appropriate care coordination services under Medicare and Medicaid.
à Provide training and support for direct-care workers and family caregivers.
We are very excited to be part of this collaborative effort to bring attention to this issue and I hope that you will join us in making our voices heard!
Please click here (www.eldercareworkforce.org) for more information on the Eldercare Workforce Alliance and its legislative priorities. Thank you.
| Deborah DiGilio| Director, Office on Aging
Public Interest Directorate
American Psychological Association
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