NY ALFA welcomed Advocacy Day participants at a reception sponsored by one of our provider members, The Kensington, and by one of our Industry Partners, BeeryRio Architecture.

It was a wonderful opportunity for our members to gather informally prior to meetings the following day. We also showcased an inspirational video entitled “Age of Champions,” a documentary featuring physically active senior athletes participating in the National Senior Olympics.

Prior to meeting with legislators, NY ALFA Member Advocates gathered at the Legislative Office Building for a breakfast sponsored by Emeritus Senior Living.

Senate Aging Committee Director Jessica Morelli Joyce and Laurie Pferr, from the NYS Office for the Aging, joined us to discuss senior living issues and reiterate the importance of our advocacy efforts.
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Senator Maziraz, last year’s recipient of NY ALFA’s Outstanding Achievement Award and long time champion of assisted living, also welcomed Member Advocates and encouraged our members to continue their efforts to advance senior living policy in New York State.

Ginger Lynch Landy and Nancy Hodes, Co-Directors, NY ALFA prepared Member Advocates for the day’s meetings with a comprehensive Power Point presentation highlighting our messages.
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NY ALFA Member Advocates met with approximately 35 legislators and key staff during Advocacy Day and were extremely successful in conveying our concerns with several legislative proposals that would negatively affect our provider members and their residents. As a result of our efforts, the bills did not advance during the Regular Session.