Problem:
1. Insufficient knowledge of recreational therapy services by policy makers responsible for the MaineCare Redesign, or the Maine Medicaid program.

2. Possibility of eliminating recreational therapy from the list of rehabilitation services covered by the MaineCare Program.

Action Needed:
1. Register to vote if you have not already done so.

2. Review the attached letter composed by ATRA in response to recent MaineCare proposals.

3. a) Use the attached letter as a template to prepare your individual response to the proposals.
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3. b) Copy the body of this letter on company letterhead if permitted, insert the appropriate salutation for your elected official, modify the introduction to reflect your company and city, and include your information at the closing of the letter.

4. Use the attached Excel Spreadsheets to determine which elected officials you should send your comments. Choose those in your voting district and send them each a copy of the comment letter.

5. Courtesy copy each letter via mail, fax or email to the ATRA National Office so we can monitor our efforts

Mail to 1414 Prince Street, Suite 204, Alexandria, VA 22314
or fax 703-683-9431
or email national@atra-tr.org

6. Be looking for future ATRA Action Alerts regarding this issue
a. Public Hearing announcements may be coming – your attendance would be requested.
b. Familiarize yourself with the attached “Talking Points” so you are prepared to represent your profession accordingly.

7. Keep ATRA posted of any progress or barriers to progress, as well as any questions you may have, in order to ensure success.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions:

1414 Prince Street Suite 204•Alexandria, VA 22314-4664 •(703) 683-9420•Fax (703) 683-9431• www.atra-tr.org