We ask our officials in Washington to protect and strengthen medicare advantage

We, the undersigned religion leaders representing numerous congregations throughout New York Metropolis, are writing to precise our help for Medicare Benefit and to induce officers in Washington to proceed advocating for this very important program.

Medicare Benefit serves almost 2 million New Yorkers and over half of the Medicare-eligible inhabitants throughout our state, and it has been a beacon of hope in our numerous communities. It offers high-quality care and inexpensive protection choices—and it isn’t only a comfort, however a necessity.

In our roles as religion leaders, we’ve got witnessed firsthand the challenges confronted by the aged and other people with disabilities. Medicare Benefit presents the companies and care they want and presents them peace of thoughts with advantages which are tailor-made to satisfy their distinctive wants. These embrace imaginative and prescient, dental, and listening to care, prescription drug protection, telehealth companies, and different supplemental advantages. That is particularly essential in communities the place entry to dependable well being care has traditionally been a problem, and Medicare Benefit makes it doable with capped out-of-pocket bills.

To officers in Washington, your advocacy for Medicare Benefit is essential to making sure that this system continues to function an important useful resource for all New Yorkers. Medicare Benefit has made an incredible influence on the lives of our congregants, and we hope you’re employed to verify it stays protected and strengthened by totally funding this system.

Thanks to your consideration and your dedication to the welfare of New Yorkers. We’re pleased to function a useful resource and help in your efforts.

Sincerely,

Bishop Eric R Gigueroa-New Life Tabernacle, Brooklyn

Bishop Robert Butler-Glory Tabernacle, Brooklyn

Rev. James Neville-Holy Temple Of Prayer, Brooklyn

Bishop Shelvis- Better Holy Tabernacle Church, Bronx

Bishop Jamel Moore-Better Zion Baptist Church, Bronx

Pastor Michael Battle-Transformation Church-Queens