No more important public policies exist than those that affect our health. Access to health insurance, prescription drugs, and the choice to receive long term care services at home rather than in an institution are very real issues for people with MS.
What is Advocacy?
At the Colorado Chapter we think that real people should have a real impact on reforming the health system, starting with access to care for those who need it. All of our advocacy successes happen when people with MS speak out on issues important to them. We also believe standing together with other advocacy groups such as the American Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s and Lupus we will form a strong and more effective voice to impact our common issues and concerns.
We're Taking Action on these Colorado Issues:
SB 09-126: Renew MS Tax Checkoff
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HB 09-1103: Presumptive Eligibility Long Term Care
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HB 09-1059: Health Care Coverage During Clinical Trials
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We understand the power of people working together for a common cause. Our advocacy programs bring people together to help improve the quality of life for people impacted by MS and they help to bring public policy changes at the local, state and federal levels by teaching individuals how to advocate for their personal needs. Progress in public policy is made when citizens and legislators work together to identify needs in their communities and to address them in a positive way.