Home Care Day at the Capitol 2026 (Tallahassee)

Description

HCAF invites you to join fellow advocates for Home Care Day at the Capitol, our signature annual advocacy event at the Florida Capitol. This free event offers a unique opportunity for home care professionals to engage directly with lawmakers and influence policies that shape the future of in-home care in Florida.

Home Care Day takes place during Florida’s annual 60-day legislative session — convening Tuesday, January 13 and scheduled to adjourn Friday, March 13, 2026 — making it the ideal time to ensure that legislators hear the collective voice of the home care provider community.

Why Attend

Your presence makes an impact. Together, we will:

• Advocate for fair and sustainable Medicaid reimbursement to strengthen Florida’s home care workforce and infrastructure.
• Promote regulatory reform to reduce administrative burdens that hinder care delivery.
• Champion policies that protect access to safe, high-quality, and cost-effective care at home.

No prior advocacy experience is necessary — HCAF will equip all participants with the resources, talking points, and scheduling support needed for productive and confident discussions with legislators.

Event Schedule

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Welcome Reception & Policy Briefing
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
The Assembly on Adams
225 South Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301

Begin Home Care Day with an evening of networking and preparation. Connect with peers and HCAF leaders, review key legislative priorities, and gain insight into the policy landscape ahead of meetings at the Capitol.

• Note: An optional but highly recommended Home Care Day 101 & Legislative Session Primer will be held via Zoom approximately two weeks before the event. This virtual training will provide an overview of the legislative process and an in-depth look at key home care policy issues, advocacy best practices, and day-of logistics to ensure participants are confident and prepared. The date and time will be announced in January 2026. For those unable to attend, a condensed in-person prep session will be offered during the Welcome Reception & Policy Briefing on Tuesday, February 10.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Home Care Day at the Capitol
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET
Florida Capitol
400 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399

Spend the day meeting face-to-face with lawmakers and their staff to share how home care strengthens Florida’s health care continuum. Advocate for policy solutions that support providers, caregivers, and the patients they serve every day.

Travel & Accommodations

Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) serves Florida’s capital city and is the most convenient airport for travel to the Capitol. While there is no designated host hotel, attendees are encouraged to book accommodations early, as lodging demand is high during the legislative session. A list of nearby hotels is available here.

Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunity

Home Care Day at the Capitol is the only advocacy-focused sponsorship HCAF offers each year, positioning your organization as a visible leader in advancing home care policy. Your sponsorship helps fund advocacy materials, hospitality, and event logistics while highlighting your brand throughout this high-profile event.

As the exclusive event sponsor, your organization will receive premier exposure and recognition before, during, and after Home Care Day. Benefits include:

• Brand Visibility: Prominent logo placement on the advocacy playbook, event signage, webpage, email promotions, and attendee materials.
• Event Recognition: Verbal acknowledgment by HCAF leadership and the opportunity to welcome attendees and introduce the keynote legislator during the reception.
• Engagement Opportunities: Attendance for two representatives at the Welcome Reception & Policy Briefing, with exclusive networking access to providers, HCAF staff, and lawmakers. Sponsors will also receive the attendee registration list before and after the event.
• Premium Exposure: Exclusive recognition as the event sponsor, aligning your organization with one of Florida’s most influential home care advocacy events.

Investment: $7,500 (Exclusive sponsorship — limited to one organization.)