Join PHP in advocating for important state bills and priorities! Sign our petitions below to message your legislators.
Learn about Parents for Change, PHP’s advocacy program that empowers parents of young and adult children with disabilities to create change in their schools and service systems through community leadership.
Current Advocacy Initiatives
Protect Medicaid for People with Disabilities!
Medicaid (called “Medi-Cal” in California) is a federal public health insurance program that is critical for the livelihood of children and adults with disabilities, older adults, and low-income families.
Medicaid covers vital health services and supports, such as doctor appointments, medicine, medical equipment, In-Home Support Services (IHSS), Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), independent living services, and regional center services. It also funds critical special education services and children’s hospitals
Right now, Congress is considering $880 billion in funding cuts to Medicaid. These cuts would be devastating for millions of our most vulnerable Americans.
Congress is presenting its budget proposal to the President by February 28, 2025.
CONTACT your representatives TODAY, urging them to reject cuts to Medicaid and protect this crucial program! LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION!
Town Hall for PHP Families
Thursday, March 13, 7:00-8:30pm, Online
In the midst of nationwide policy shifts, programs serving children with disabilities are facing unprecedented changes and threats to funding. PHP is committed to advocating at the legislative level to sustain and improve services and systems for your child.
We want to hear from YOU!
- What programs and services are most important for PHP to advocate for?
- How can these systems be improved to better support your child?
Join PHP for an important Town Hall event to voice your concerns and discuss issues impacting children and adults with disabilities. Plus, get legislative updates relevant to the disability community and find out how you can get involved in PHP’s advocacy efforts.
This program is supported in part by grants from FIRST 5 Santa Clara County and Silicon Valley Community Foundation.
California Disability Community Advocacy Conference
April 1-2, Sacramento, CA
Join PHP in Sacramento for California’s premier gathering for the disability rights movement!
This conference will ignite your passion, expand your knowledge, and empower you to become a fierce advocate for Californians with disabilities and their families. Connect with parents, self-advocates, and changemakers who are passionate about improving the disability system and enabling everyone to live fully and inclusively in their communities.
Day 1 features a conference with nationally-known disability advocate speakers. Day 2 includes a march to meet with your legislators, share your stories, and advocate for policies that improve the disability system.
REGISTER by March 3 to get your tickets for Day 1 at the early bird price of $95 (regular $125). Registration for Day 2 is FREE! Email Beverly Wong to attend as part of PHP’s group!