“Advocacy in Action day provides LeadingAge Florida members a chance to meet face to face with Florida’s political leadership and advocate in a concerted way with state government officials. This year’s event will showcase LeadingAge Florida’s recent investments in our advocacy and public policy efforts, as well as in grassroots development. I hope you will accept this invitation to “Be the Difference,” as you fight for your community and residents. I look forward to seeing you in Tallahassee at Advocacy in Action workshop on February 9 &10.”

— Steve Bahmer, President & CEO, LeadingAge Florida

A number of critical issues will be in play during the 2016 legislative session – including a potential overhaul of the Medicaid reimbursement system for nursing homes – as well as improvements in the Gold Seal program for our CCRC members, and the ongoing debate over the proper use of Sadowski funds for our affordable housing members.

Now, as much as ever, we need you to participate in our Advocacy in Action day so lawmakers hear directly from you about these critically important issues! There is strength in numbers, and your participation is an essential show of force from LeadingAge Florida members promoting our principles regarding Medicaid Reimbursement for nursing homes and CCRCs and funding for affordable housing.

LeadingAge Florida’s Advocacy in Action day gives you the opportunity to:

• Tell key legislators and their staff about the very real harm an alternative Medicaid reimbursement plan would have on your community and, most importantly, your residents
• Support the expansion of prescribing authority for ARNPs in nursing homes, so you are able to provide the right level of care for your residents, at the right time
• Tell your story about the need for legislators to spend Sadowski Trust funds as they were intended – to ensure access to affordable housing for Florida seniors
• Learn from LeadingAge Florida’s new lobbying team about how to most effectively advocate on behalf of your communities and your residents
• Hear firsthand from key state agency heads about upcoming challenges and opportunities for all members

Sponsorship Opportunities Available, please click here to view the options.

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ADVOCACY IN ACTION SCHEDULE:
*Subject to change

2016 LeadingAge Florida Advocacy In Action

February 9 & 10, 2016

Hotel Duval
Governors Club
The Florida Capitol

• I would like to meet with Legislators
• I would like a Tour of the Capitol
• I would like to meet with Cabinet Officials

Miscellaneous:
Have dietary restrictions or special accommodation requests in order to fully participate in this meeting? Please call Dawn Jimenez (850) 671-3700.

Scholarships Available:
The Scott Boord Career Development Scholarship Program gives members an opportunity to attend Aging Services programs and education events for those that otherwise would be unable to participate because of financial limitations. Scholarships are awarded to members who meet certain criteria. To find the guidelines and application, please click here.
Parking – Overnight valet parking is available at a special rate for this workshop of $5.00 per vehicle that will be applied to your room charge. Event parking is $3.00 per day.

There are Two Ways to Register:

1. To register online and pay with credit card, please click on the Register above. Remember to receive the member rate, you must be logged-in with your username and password. If you're not sure what your membership status is or what your log-in is please contact us at (850) 671-3700 and ask for either Cathy Van Atta or Jean Krier.
2. To pay by check, click here for the registration form. Fill out the form and mail to LeadingAge Florida - 1812 Riggins Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308