Fall 2009 Health Care Reform Advocacy Tools

Congress is back from recess, and the health care reform debate has returned to Washington.  We need to keep the pressure on Members of Congress to urge them to support the continued recognition of school-based health centers in health reform legislation.

NASBHC is pleased to provide resources for your use over the next few weeks.

1. Health Care Reform Overview
   
2. Health Care Reform Talking Points
   
3. Fact Sheets:
   
   a. Why We Need Federal Authorization
   b. Why SBHCs Need Reimbursement Under Public Insurance
   c. Benefits of SBHCs
   d. Academic Outcomes
   e.SBHCs Increase Access
   f. SBHCs and Mental Health
   g. SBHCs and Health Care Reform (created by First Focus)
   
4. Tip Sheets:
   
   a. Tips for Finding Contact Information for Legislators
   b. Tips for Scheduling In-District Meetings
   c. Tips for Meeting with Your Legislator
   d. Tips for Writing to Your Legislator/Sample Letter to a Legislator

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Susan Kilbourne, Director of Policy and Advocacy, skilbourne@nasbhc.org or (202) 638-5872, ext. 213.