The Arc Michigan

Strong communities start with strong voices. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services @michiganhhs) is inviting Medicaid beneficiaries to join a Beneficiary Advisory Council where they can connect with others by sharing their experiences to help improve Medicaid services. Members will have the opportunity to influence future policy changes—and receive stipends, child care reimbursement, and respite for caregivers for their time and contributions. If you or someone you care for is enrolled in Medicaid, apply today! https://lnkd.in/g3Kub-aw #ProtectMedicaid #BeneficiaryAdvisoryCouncil #MDHHS

Medicaid covers seniors in long-term care like nursing homes. Right now, Congress is trying to cut [$880 billion] from Medicaid. That would mean abandoning our seniors, taking away coverage they’ve paid into over a lifetime of hard work, and bankrupting their families in the process. #HandsOffOurMedicaid #HandsOffMedicaid #SaveMedicaid #ProtectMedicaid

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Cutting [$880 billion] from Medicaid means abandoning seniors in long-term care and bankrupting families – putting essential treatments and care out of reach for millions of Americans. Our families can't afford this #HandsOffOurMedicaid #HandsOffMedicaid #SaveMedicaid #ProtectMedicaid

The Power of Advocacy Being an advocate means knowing the issues, building connections, and pushing for change. Watch this video for key tips on making an impact! #ProtectMedicaid #TheArcMichigan #AdvocacyMatters

Now’s the time to speak up! March 30 - April 5 (House) & April 10 (Senate) Cuts to Medicaid and the elimination of the Department of Education would be devastating. Let them know where you stand—send a message now! ?? Protect Medicaid: https://lnkd.in/eKDJjmKU ?? Save the Department of Education: https://bit.ly/3FAbGqE ?? Don’t wait—when they head back to D.C., they need to remember that Michigan is watching. #ProtectMedicaid #SaveEducation #HandsOffOurMedicaid #DepartmentOfEducation

Michigan’s Mental Health Code (1974) redefined care for people with disabilities by emphasizing community-based mental health services. As a result, Michigan transitioned more than 2,500 individuals from large, state-run facilities to local mental health centers, reducing institutionalization by 40% by the mid-90s. #FunFactFriday #TheArcMichigan #MichiganMentalHealthCode #RemoteHealthcare

Don’t miss our upcoming MI Response 2 Hate forum focusing on religious discrimination. Join us virtually on March 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. to learn more about this protected class and our enforcement work. Registration required. ASL interpreters and CART will be provided. https://lnkd.in/gApmc5Xc #Religion #ReligiousDiscrimination #Michigan #CivilRights #MIR2H

Michiganders are built for unpredictable weather, but when it comes to healthcare, everyone deserves something they can rely on. Medicaid shouldn’t be a gamble—it should be there for those who need it, no matter how the political winds shift. Let your legislators know: We depend on Medicaid to weather life’s storms. It's time to elect leaders who will stand up for all of Michigan's citizens. #SpringInMichigan #MedicaidMatters #TheArcMichigan #ProtectMedicaid