The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) will be advocating on Capitol Hill the week of May 4th to share stories of why Medicaid Matters to the intellectual and developmental disabilities community across the country.

The weeklong effort is to bring attention to the dire impact to everyday life if the proposed $880 billion in Medicaid cuts will be enacted.

The U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee will be going through the Medicaid markup which is expected to take place the week of May 12th.

Why Medicaid Matters

Medicaid provides essential services that many people with developmental disabilities rely on every day such as  home and community-based supports, access to healthcare providers who understand their needs, transportation, and so much more. Without Medicaid, millions would face isolation, worsening health, and the loss of basic freedoms. Protecting and strengthening Medicaid is not just a policy choice; it’s a commitment to equity, dignity, and human rights.

 

Medicaid Stories

Read the stories of everyday people with developmental disabilities and why Medicaid Matters to them.

 

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