Lobbyists helped establish LeadingAge Maryland as a trusted voice in aging policy, protecting critical funding streams, and strengthening the sustainability of nonprofit senior care and housing providers across Maryland.

ABOUT THE CLIENT

A community of not-for-profit providers and a wide range of collaborators united to shape the future of aging in Maryland.

OVERVIEW

Positioning matters. Our team served as a key liaison between LeadingAge Maryland and state policymakers, positioning LeadingAge as a trusted, go-to resource on complex aging issues including Medicaid financing, workforce shortages, and regulatory oversight of long-term care providers. Given such strong positioning, lobbyists were able to engage legislators and regulators on a full spectrum of aging services—continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), nursing homes, and affordable senior housing—addressing structural challenges such as inadequate Medicaid reimbursement (a primary funding source that often falls below cost) and evolving regulatory frameworks.

From organizing facility tours and policy briefings to educating lawmakers on real-world operational challenges and the importance of integrated care models like CCRCs, Old Line’s team was able to navigate multiple high-stakes legislative and regulatory issues, such as oversight of nursing home quality, assisted living regulation, and emerging enforcement challenges.

Especially with respect to not-for-profit providers, it was important to protect and strengthen funding streams. Lobbyists also advocated for policies that preserve and enhance Medicaid and other public funding sources, while mitigating proposals that could reduce access to care or destabilize provider operations.

Overall, having a voice in legislative matters helps align policy outcomes with LeadingAge’s member priorities, strengthening the sustainability of nonprofit aging services providers and reinforcing their ability to deliver high-quality care and housing across Maryland communities.