Hill Visits = Success

I've just returned to Michigan after spending the last couple of days in Washington DC on Capitol Hill having meetings regarding the therapy cap, OT mental health act, and home health flexibility act.  The focus of these meetings was to get in front of the leadership of the key committees and Chiefs of staff handing these issues.  The strategy of getting in front of them early with a targeted approach lets Congress know that not taking action in 2012 will not be an option.  It is essential that our clients have a pathway to care. 

While in the area I took advantage of the opportunity to stop in and say hello and most importantly thank you to many of our occupational therapy friends on the Hill.  I also had the opportunity to meet with some new, up and coming candidates from other parts of the country. 

The trip was a success, we received support from a majority of the offices we met with and secured a spot at the table for the occupational therapy voice.  We let our friends know we appreciate what they do for occupational therapy and offered to serve as a resource for them.  What a great way to spend 48 hours, advocating for occupational therapy!