Advocacy is a critical service and function of the Argentum New York Chapter. Over the last several years, assisted living policy in New York State has made significant progress. Argentum New York’s expertise and advocacy has played a major role in these advances.

Argentum New York is managed and represented by Hodes &amp; Landy, located in Albany, NY, an experienced and well respected government affairs firm with a specialty in health, long term care and aging issues.

Argentum New York has been actively involved in every aspect of the development of assisted living policy in New York State. The Association and National Argentum advocated for the first comprehensive assisted living statute in New York State (passed in 2004), assisted in the formulation of the guidance and regulations governing the law, and continues to guide association members through the licensure process. Argentum New York is represented on the Department of Health’s Adult Care Facility and Assisted Living Task Force.

Hodes &amp; Landy advocates on behalf of NY ALFA members in both the legislative and regulatory arenas. The firm updates and consults with members regularly and seeks their involvement and input on critical pieces of legislation and regulatory proposals to formulate our platform and positions.

As increasing numbers of New Yorkers grow live longer and become more frail, assisted living continues to be a strongly preferred option in senior housing and services. NY ALFA’s advocacy goal is to transform New York State’s long term care policy to advance innovative, community-based models that offer seniors what they need and desire: independence, dignity and choice.