We're only FOUR WEEKS to the 28th Annual #HLABreakfast!!!
Our program this year is filled with client stories, updates on HLA’s pursuit of health care justice, and special remarks by Min Jin Lee, award-winning author of Pachinko.
Join us & learn more! healthlawadvocates.org/get-i…
Thank you @VP! From our work representing many people who have medical debt that they couldn’t avoid on their credit reports (including some who don’t even owe the debt!), we know that this policy will dramatically improve people’s lives in so many ways.
For years, medical debt has harmed people’s credit scores. Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is announcing plans to remove medical debt from Americans' credit reports and allow millions of people to invest in their futures.
What makes a great Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting? Teamwork, respect, and genuine care for the student's needs! Color coordination doesn't hurt either😉
Hi, this is Naga! I spent my summer at HLA working on Medical Debt. I've learned so much about #medicaldebt that I want to share with everyone - take a look the top facts everyone should know:
And last but certainly not least, a big thank you to Erica, one of HLA's legal interns for the Access to Care and Coverage Practice, for your work with our team on the Immigrant Health initiative!
We couldn't agree more – expanding ConnectorCare for 2 years in the MA FY24 budget is a transformative decision! At least 50,000 residents will have access to more affordable health insurance. With 41% of residents currently unable to afford care, this is a BIG deal #mapoli
All Americans deserve the peace of mind that comes with access to affordable, quality health care.
Watch @SecBecerra explain how you can take action to protect you & your family members from #Medicaid & #CHIP coverage losses. For info by state, visit Medicaid.gov/renewals
MHAP for Kids Staff Attorney Brian Bermudez commented to @WWLP22News that insufficient interpreter services in schools mean kids with limited English proficiency cannot "access the same education" wwlp.com/news/state-politics…
We are so excited to announce that Min Jin Lee, award-winning author of Pachinko, will be this year's featured speaker at the 28th Annual Benefit Breakfast on Friday, November 17! Visit healthlawadvocates.org/about…… to learn more! #HLABreakfast
“Only 11% of US adults with an anxiety disorder started treatment within the first year of onset; the median time to treatment initiation was 23 years,” the researchers wrote.
Hopefully regular screenings will help people access treatment so much sooner cnn.com/2023/06/20/health/us…
Congratulations and thank you to @macurry01 @jeffrey_sanchez and all at the #HealthEquityCompact for an absolutely sensational summit today @UMassBoston. Honored to be there. Grateful for their leadership. We @HLAMass are with you all the way.
Op-ed: April 1 this year is no laughing matter. On this day, Mass. faces a new challenge for maintaining a point of pride for our commonwealth — our No. 1 ranking in the nation for the rate of health insurance coverage. bizjournals.com/boston/news/…
NEW: #UMassMemorial has more than $2.5M available for local non-profits that provide community health services. Our Medical Center is requesting proposals for projects ranging from $15K-$150K by 1/30. More info: patch.com/massachusetts/worc…
Register now for 2022 Law School For Social Workers - Next Friday - Fulfill your CEU credits and learn how to navigate MassHealth and Nursing Homes for your older clients or family members | Margolis Bloom & D'Agostino hubs.li/Q01pbXZ90
Hello to all of our social worker friends! Our friends
@MargolisBloom are holding their legendary Law School for Social Workers webinar on 10/14. Info. here: myemail.constantcontact.com/…. You get 4 CEU credits we are grateful that all proceed go to
@HLAMass! TY @MargolisBloom!
Amazing news out of Massachusetts: The governor has signed a law protecting both abortion rights and gender-affirming care! This is a huge step toward making sure that states protect those who are being forced to travel to access this care.
commonwealthmagazine.org/hea…