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• • Watch this interview with former Republican Governor Carlson on proposed cuts to Medicaid.
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Hello, this is [Name]. I’m a resident of [Town, State] and [I/my child/sister/friend/co-worker etc] is a person with a disability who relies on Medicaid for health care and community support.

The Senate is considering a bill, the Graham-Cassidy bill, that proposes devastating cuts to Medicaid.  

11 million people with disabilities rely on Medicaid for critical services that help them live and participate in their community. People with disabilities will be disproportionally harmed by Medicaid cuts.  They make up about 14% of Medicaid participants but account for 40% the cost. The home and community based services (HCBS) on which people with disabilities rely are especially at risk because they are optional and could be completely eliminated.

I am asking [Representative] to oppose the Graham-Cassidy bill, or any other bill that cuts Medicaid, because of its devastating impact on people with disabilities.  Please tell [Representative] to instead work in a bi-partisan manner to protect and improve the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid.

Please pass my concerns along to [Representative’s Name]. Thank you for taking my call!

[IF LEAVING A VOICEMAIL: please leave your full street address and zip code to ensure your call is tallied]

[Optional Add On]
Personal stories are the most effective form of advocacy. Talk about why is Medicaid important to you.  

• If you or a family member are on Medicaid (including a waiver), what are the most important services to you? What difference has that made in yours and/or your family member’s lives?
  • Access to critical healthcare or therapies
  • Ability to receive in-home supports, residential supports or live independently
  • Ability to work or go to a day program (so your family can work)
• What was your and/or your family member’s lives like before receiving Medicaid services?
• Are you or a family member on a waitlist for Medicaid services? How would getting services make a difference in your lives?