National Patient Advocate Foundation

Medicaid helps families care for their loved ones. When Tracy A.’s mother, Ms. Debbie, retired in December 2023, she could no longer live on her own and moved into a long-term skilled nursing facility. While she receives Medicare, it does not cover long-term care costs—leaving her reliant on Medicaid for assistance. Without Medicaid, Ms. Debbie wouldn’t be able to afford the care she needs to live safely and with dignity. On this #MedicaidDayOfAction, let’s remember families like Tracy’s. Medicaid ensures that aging loved ones get the care they deserve. #MedicaidDayOfAction #MedicaidMatters #ProtectMedicaid

It's #MedicaidDayofAction. Leaders in Congress have asked us for real stories about Medicaid’s impact. They want to hear directly from you—patients, caregivers, and advocates—about how Medicaid has shaped your life. Your voice can influence decisions that protect healthcare access for millions and help policymakers understand why Medicaid matters. To make an impact, share your story using the link below by sending in a secure video or written story about the impact of Medicaid on you, your family, or community. https://ow.ly/CNQf50Vk2Zb Every voice counts. Let’s stand together to #ProtectMedicaid and safeguard healthcare for millions.

Last week, Congress passed a?Continuing Resolution?to fund the government through the end of the federal fiscal year on September 30, 2025. The CR extends both mandatory and discretionary funding for Community Health Centers. Specifically, the CR includes the following:?? ?? The Community Health Center Fund will be extended at the annualized rate of???$4.26 billion.? ?? The National Health Service Corps funding will be extended at the annualized rate of $345 million.? ?? The THCGME (Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education) funding will be extended at the annualized rate of $175 million.? ?? It would complete the discretionary appropriations through the rest of the fiscal year at level funding equal to FY 2024.?? ?? The bill also extends the current Medicare telehealth flexibilities through September 30.? The passage of this CR means that health centers have operated under a series of short-term funding extensions for two years. This uncertainty severely impacts their ability to recruit and retain staff, expand services, and invest in long-term solutions for the communities they serve. More about what's in the CR and the outlook for longer-term CHC funding in the new blog by Federal Affairs Specialist Lena Ben-Gideon: https://lnkd.in/e7pcAy86 #ValueCHCs #HealthCenters

Medicaid is a lifeline for families like Adrian’s. Adrian is a resilient two-year-old who requires complex medical care after experiencing Non-Accidental Trauma as an infant. His mother, Christi, serves on active duty in the Air Force at Langley AFB, while his father, Marcus, left his job to care for Adrian full-time. He also has a loving big brother, Roman. While his family has TRICARE, it does not cover all of Adrian’s medical necessities. Without Medicaid, he wouldn’t have access to the medical care, supplies, and nursing support he needs to survive and thrive. On this #MedicaidDayOfAction, let’s remember Adrian and the countless families who depend on Medicaid. No parent should have to choose between financial stability and their child’s health. #MedicaidDayOfAction #MedicaidMatters #ProtectMedicaid

??One week left! ? ???Call for Speakers & Abstracts – Healthcare Advocate Summit 2025 ?? This is your opportunity to share your knowledge, research, and experience with a national audience of professional advocates, healthcare professionals, and leaders dedicated to enhancing patient-centered care. ?? Topics of Interest for BCPA CEs Include: ? Ethical Practices & Professionalism in Advocacy ? Patient-Centered Care & Shared Decision-Making ? Advocacy Across Complex Healthcare Systems ? Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Advocacy ? Innovative Tools, Technology & Resources ? Evidence-Based Approaches & Research ?? Submission Deadline: March 26, 2025 ?? Independent Advocates & BCPAs: Learn more & submit your proposal today: https://lnkd.in/gMWziTpc hashtag#PatientAdvocacy hashtag#HealthCareAdvocacy hashtag#BCPA hashtag#PatientAdvocacy hashtag#CHCAO hashtag#CallForSpeakers hashtag#AdvocateSummit

Thank you to everyone who attended the #NPAFPolCon Navigators' Roundtable! Your insights, experiences, and dedication to patient advocacy made this discussion truly motivating. It was inspiring to hear from so many passionate individuals committed to breaking down barriers to accessing Needs Navigation. Together, we’re shaping a future where every patient has the support they need to access care with confidence. Let’s keep the conversation going and continue advocating for policies that put patients first. What were your key takeaways from the conversation? Let us know in the comments! #PatientAdvocacy #NPAFPolCon #NPAF

There is still time to register for #NPAFPolCon Navigators’ Roundtable on March 12, 2 pm ET! This roundtable is especially important for those new to the patient advocacy movement, those who want to know how to help make real change happen through Needs Navigation, and anyone motivated to join forces in making the healthcare system work for all of us. Learn more and register at: https://lnkd.in/eEubhXZW #Healthcare #GetInformed #PatientRights #NPAF #Policy #HealthcarePolicy #HealthPolicy #NPAFCommunity #PatientAdvocacy #HealthcareInnovation #CommunityHealth#NPAFPolCon #NeedsNavigation #NPAF #PolicyConsortium #PatientAdvocacy #NPAFPolCon #NeedsNavigation #NavigatorsRoundTable #VirtualEvent #Healthcare

?? New Blog Post Alert ?? I’m excited to share my latest blog post, where I dive into the urgency of this moment and what it means for advancing Needs Navigation. As National Patient Advocate Foundation Manager of Grassroots Advocacy and Community Partnerships,?I discuss how effective navigation is key for patients and caregivers to access the resources and support they need for their unique healthcare journey. Check out the post to learn more about the critical work we’re doing and how we can create meaningful change for those who need it most. ?????????? ????????????????????: ?????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? ?????? ???????????????????? ????????: https://lnkd.in/eNRePZsx #HealthcareForAll #PatientAdvocacy #NeedsNavigation #Grassroots #CommunityPartnerships #NPAF

One more day until our virtual Policy Consortium: Navigators' Roundtable, on March 12, 2 pm ET! Robert Ettinger and Jennifer Bute are new ambassadors for NPAF. They will open this Policy Consortium with their stories and personal perspectives on Needs Navigation, providing framing for the conversation that will follow by the roundtable. Register here:?https://ow.ly/ZjHC50UZIfQ ?? Robert Ettinger is a seasoned healthcare executive with extensive experience in health delivery systems management. With an MBA in Health Administration from Temple University, he has held leadership roles across major healthcare organizations. Robert has been a dedicated advocate and activist for healthcare access and patient rights for over 40 years. Now retired, he continues to share his expertise, helping individuals and organizations navigate both the financial and clinical complexities of the healthcare system. ???Jennifer Bute is a Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Indiana University Indianapolis.??Dr. Bute’s research centers on communication about health in interpersonal relationships and patient-provider interactions. Most of her work has explored issues of reproductive health, such as how people manage private information about topics like infertility and miscarriage. Dr. Bute's experience?navigating a health insurance?denial for her son has driven her to learn more about resources for patient advocacy and to tell her family's story. #PatientAdvocacy #HealthEquity #NPAFPolCon #GetInformed #PatientRights #NPAF #Policy #HealthcarePolicy #HealthPolicy #NPAFCommunity #PatientAdvocacy #HealthcareInnovation #CommunityHealth#NPAFPolCon #NeedsNavigation #NPAF #PolicyConsortium #PatientAdvocacy #NPAFPolCon #NeedsNavigation #NavigatorsRoundTable #VirtualEvent #Healthcare

?? We're asking for your advocacy to urge?Congress to extend and increase annual funding for Community Health Centers in the next government funding package. Budget negotiations continue in Washington, D.C., with only nine days until?annual discretionary funding expires for Community Health Centers.?At this critical time, we must let Congress know how important health centers are to 32.5 million patients nationwide. Call or email Congress today!? ? ?? Funding Call-In Campaign:?https://lnkd.in/enrg75Yz ?? Email Campaign:?https://lnkd.in/eBa-9Zgk