Medicaid Funding
At LeadingAge Washington, advocating for robust Medicaid funding is one of our highest priorities. Medicaid funding is essential for the sustainability and success of long-term care providers, ensuring that they can continue to offer quality services to those who depend on them. It is critical in helping providers maintain operational stability, allowing them to keep their doors open and serve their communities.
Take ActionAdvancing Policy to Bolster Aging Services
LeadingAge Washington is a committed advocate for policies that strengthen the long-term care sector and ensure aging services providers have the resources and support to deliver high-quality care and services. Through active engagement with policymakers, LeadingAge Washington works to secure funding, improve staffing conditions, strengthen workforce development, and enhance the quality of care in long-term care facilities. By championing the needs of members, our advocacy efforts aim to drive legislative and regulatory reforms that benefit the long-term care sector and shape public policies to positively impact residents, staff, and the aging services community.
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View National PrioritiesCollaborating with Local & National Partners
LeadingAge Washington takes a collaborative approach to advocacy, maintaining strong connections with other state-level groups to gain a comprehensive understanding of policy impacts. This allows the organization to speak with a unified, authoritative voice when championing the needs of aging services providers before legislative bodies. We rely on our national counterpart, LeadingAge, to stay informed on emerging federal issues, leveraging the national organization’s resources to educate, engage, and mobilize its members around legislative and regulatory matters affecting the long-term care sector and the vulnerable populations it serves.
Learn MoreEducating Policy Makers
As part of our mission, LeadingAge Washington works to educate policymakers, industry stakeholders, and the public about the challenges and opportunities facing long-term care providers. Through research, data-driven insights, and direct engagement, we advocate for policies that are not only fair but also sustainable. We aim to help policymakers understand the complex dynamics of the long-term care industry, ensuring that decisions are made with a full understanding of the impact on providers, staff, and residents.
Learn MoreAddressing Potentially Harmful Policy Changes
In addition to advocating for positive policy reforms, LeadingAge Washington is also dedicated to identifying and shaping policies that may negatively impact long-term care providers. We are constantly monitoring proposed regulations and legislative changes to ensure that they do not inadvertently harm the industry. Our team works proactively to educate lawmakers about the potential consequences of harmful policies and collaborates with other organizations to help prevent detrimental changes.
Take ActionRepresenting Your Voice
Together with our members, we are a powerful voice for change in the long-term care sector. LeadingAge Washington is committed to representing your interests and ensuring that long-term care providers are supported through effective and equitable policies. By staying informed and actively participating in advocacy efforts, our members play a vital role in shaping the future of long-term care in Washington. We rely heavily on your insights, feedback, and involvement.
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