Senator Argall to Hold Press Conference Addressing Legislative Solutions to Long-Term Care Workforce Challenges HARRISBURG, Pa (Nov. 15, 2023) On Friday, Nov. 17, Sen. Dave Argall will join caregivers at Providence Place Senior Living of Pine Grove to address new legislative priorities that will break down barriers preventing the long-term care sector from growing its workforce. PHCA Pennsylvanias leading advocate for long-term care collaborated with Sen. Argall to craft this series of legislative bills that will improve workforce recruitment. Workforce challenges in long-term care have caused less access to senior care services. To address these concerns and legislative solutions that can improve career entry accessibility for interested caregivers, Sen. Argall and PHCA will hold a press conference to introduce the pending legislation and speak to the importance of the critical careers necessary to care for our rapidly increasing older population. Attendees will include:     Senator Dave Argall (Carbon, Luzerne, Schuylkill)     Representative Joanne Stehr (Schuylkill, Northumberland)     Representative Jamie Barton (Schuylkill, Berks)     David Leader, president and CEO, Providence Place Senior Living     Tim Ward, director of government affairs & advocacy, PHCAIf a member of the press plans to attend the event, an RSVP is recommended to help the facility in preparation of increased visitors. Please RSVP to Eric Heisler at eheisler@phca.org. What: Press conference: introduction of legislative workforce solutions for long-term care Where: Providence Place Senior Living of Pine Grove             24 Hikes Hollow Rd Pine Grove, PA 17963     When: Friday, Nov. 17     1:00-1:30 p.m. Press conference     1:30-2:00 p.m. Tour, meet and greet with residents and caregivers Media Contact:Eric Heislereheisler@phca.org 717-678-1031