| Contact information: | Please tell us who you are and give us a way to contact you. We will not share your information. |
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| Date Created | March 1, 2026 |
| First Name | Linda |
| Email OR Phone Number | 651-398-1454 |
| Zip Code (we want to match where you live with your members of Congress) | 55125 |
| Tell us a little about yourself or your loved one: | |
| Q1: What was your situation when you or your loved one first started experiencing elder abuse, neglect, and/or fraud? (What was your/their living situation like, were you/they struggling with any health issues, etc.?) | Hello, my name is Linda Hood. Thank you for your time. |
| Q2: What would you like to share about your story? | During March 8–14, 2026, I will be on Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C., I plan to meet with legislators and their staff to advocate for national legislation that would allow cameras in all healthcare facilities and patients’ rooms with consent only at the patients' or family request. A similar bill, HF3077, is currently circulating in Minnesota. This issue deserves national attention to help protect vulnerable patients, promote transparency, and give families peace of mind. Being physically present in D.C. provides a rare and meaningful opportunity to initiate these conversations at the federal level. |
| Q3: What do you wish people knew about elder abuse, neglect, and fraud? | file:///C:/Users/Linda/OneDrive/MPA%20Spring%202026/PA%205913%20DC%20Trip/2-16%20Final%20LH%204x6%20card.pdf |
| Q4: What are your hopes for the future? | I want a sponsor, a bill, hearing date and the bill to become law. |
| Can our staff follow up with you about your story? | Yes |
| Are you interested in sharing your story further? (We can contact you about speaking with local media, elected officials, or recording your story for a video or podcast) | Yes |
| Can we use your name in telling your story? | Yes |
| Is there anything else you would like to add? | I would like your support. |