Here are five ways you can help protect our care.
Tell Congress to protect the Affordable Care Act and oppose the GOP health care plan
Call the the Protect Our Care Illinois Hotline (866) 877-3303 to be connected to your U.S. representative. Not sure who represents you? Find out here.
Here is what you can say:
Hello, my name is _____. I live in _____. I am calling to demand that Representative ____ do the right thing for Americans’ health and protect the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid. I urge Representative __________to oppose the repeal of the Affordable Care Act being considered by Congress that will cause millions of Americans to lose coverage, slashes Medicaid and guts protections for people with pre-existing conditions.
Meet with your member of congress
Congressional members have district offices so you can meet face-to-face with them or their staff to talk about the importance of health care access. Follow these steps to organize a meeting.
Use the media to highlight the positive impact the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid have had on the health of you and your community
Submit a letter to the editor or an op-ed. Use these Resources and talking points to help you write your letter. Post and tweet using these infographics to influence your followers and friends to take action. Feel free to email us if you need help!
Tell your story
Share how health care coverage has impacted your life with Protect Our Care-Illinois (in partnership with the Illinois Coalition for Health Access) to support advocacy efforts.
Attend an event
Advocates across the state are organizing events in key congressional districts. Find an event near you here or here.