Advocacy for Better Home Care.
Fighting for Quality Home Care & Support for Seniors.
Why Home Care Advocacy Matters.
Home care is a lifeline for seniors and individuals with disabilities, but funding gaps and workforce shortages limit access. Advocacy ensures home care remains accessible, properly funded, and valued in the healthcare system. By supporting Medicaid funding, fair caregiver wages, and higher care standards, we can help families receive the quality support they deserve. At Percipience Home Care, we believe everyone has the right to age with dignity—and that starts with strong advocacy.
Our Key Advocacy Areas
Expanding Access to Home Care – Supporting policies that increase Medicaid & HCBS funding.
Fair Pay & Protections for Caregivers – Advocating for livable wages and better working conditions.
Strengthening Community-Based Care – Pushing for legislation that prioritizes home care over institutionalization.
Policy & Legislative Updates – Keeping you informed about key laws that impact home care services.
How can You Get Involved?
Sign a Petition – Advocate for increased Medicaid support for home care.
Contact Your Legislators – Send a pre-written letter to support home care policies.
Stay Informed – Subscribe to our advocacy newsletter for updates.
Share Your Story – Submit a testimonial about how home care has impacted your life.
Recent Advocacy Alerts
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Federal support for home and community-based services (HCBS) kept millions safe during the pandemic—but this lifeline is disappearing. With over 800,000 people on waiting lists and caregivers underpaid, the bipartisan HCBS Access Act (S. 762) could transform care for older adults and people with disabilities. Here’s what’s at stake and how you can demand action from Congress.
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Caring for a loved one is rewarding but comes with financial challenges. The Credit for Caring Act could provide much-needed tax relief for family caregivers. While Congress debates its approval, Percipience Home Care is here to offer immediate support. From respite care to financial guidance, we help caregivers throughout Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, and surrounding areas.
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The demand for home care is skyrocketing as America’s aging population grows, yet the caregiver workforce is shrinking due to restrictive immigration policies. With nearly 28% of home health aides being immigrants, current policies are making it harder for families to find quality care. In this blog, we explore how immigration reform can help address the caregiver crisis and ensure that seniors continue to receive the support they need. Join us in advocating for change! Read more and take action today.