Grassroots Advocacy & Member Advocacy Tools Member Resources

Our goal is to develop a robust advocacy program that includes statewide grassroots activities throughout the year.

Grassroots advocacy is the active support of a cause, issue or policy at the local level rather than at the political center, such as Hartford or Washington, DC. A strong grassroots program can have a great impact on public policy.

LeadingAge Connecticut members' grassroots activity is important because:

• Understanding long-term aging services is critical to developing effective public policy that impacts the delivery of services;
• You and the people you serve are the best spokespersons for aging issues; And
• Policymakers do want to hear from their constituents!

Member Resources

Understanding the Long Term Care Continuum Pamphlet

LeadingAge Connecticut Member Grassroots Handbook

The Not-for-Profit Difference

Advocacy Message Center