Lobbying Letter Writing for Policy & Politics in Healthcare Assignment PART A: Submit the names of your US Senator, Congressional representatives, State senators, State assembly persons, City Council or County legislator. PART B: 1. Define a problem that exists in your community that is related to individual health or health care. ( 20 % ) 2. Select someone who officially represents your community in local, state or federal government, who would be the appropriate person to take action on this problem. State why you selected this person. (15 %) 3. Write a letter to this official detailing the problem, possible solutions, and action that you recommend. Indicate ways in which the nursing community can be actively supportive (if relevant to the issue chosen) (50 %) 4. Use correct spelling, grammar, and appropriate presentation of content. (15 %) I have a rough draft I did regarding mental health care. I have a sample lobbying letter from a friend of mine for reference
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Sample Template and guidelines to craft your letter:
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State ZIP Code]
[Date]
[Official’s Name]
[Title]
[Office Address]
[City, State ZIP Code]
Dear [Official’s Name],
I am writing to bring your attention to a critical issue affecting our community’s healthcare, particularly in the area of mental health care. [Introduce yourself and provide a brief background about your personal or professional experience with the issue you want to raise.]
The problem we face is the lack of access to affordable and quality mental health care services in our community. [Describe the problem and how it is impacting the community, using specific examples and data if possible.]
This issue is particularly relevant to me as a member of the nursing community, and I know firsthand the importance of mental health care services in improving health outcomes and overall quality of life. [Explain your perspective and the role of the nursing community in addressing this issue, if applicable.]
To address this problem, I recommend the following actions:
Increase funding for mental health care services in our community.
Improve coordination and collaboration among mental health care providers and other health care professionals to better serve patients.
Support the development and implementation of evidence-based mental health care policies that prioritize access, affordability, and quality.
As an official representing our community, I urge you to take action on this critical issue. [Conclude by thanking the official for their time and attention and requesting a meeting or follow-up communication to discuss the issue further.]
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
