LeadingAge is pressing for immigration policy changes as part of its broader workforce agenda, arguing that aging services providers cannot meet growing demand without a stronger pipeline of authorized workers. In a new article, Linda Couch outlines how the association has moved this work forward through congressional outreach, agency letters, coalition work, media engagement, and member storytelling. The effort comes as federal policy changes have created new uncertainty for many foreign-born employees working legally in aging services settings.
For members, the article underscores both the stakes and the impact of sustained advocacy. Providers across the country have shared how changes to parole, temporary protected status, and work authorization policies could disrupt staffing and resident care. LeadingAge says new support from the Open Society Foundations will help accelerate its immigration policy work over the next year as it continues pushing for reforms that protect current workers and create stronger long-term workforce pathways for mission-driven aging services providers. Read more about LeadingAge’s work on immigration reform here.
Join LeadingAge on June 4 for a live webinar on immigration compliance for aging services employers, with guidance on meeting requirements while supporting workforce stability.
Access the Immigration Advocacy Toolkit for Residents and the Immigration Enforcement Preparedness Resource for more guidance.