Nicky Hemann

Nicky has a daughter with disabilities who relies on Medical Assistance for her care.

“Medical Assistance means my daughter has access to the care and support she needs to thrive. It ensures that she can receive services that support her language, development, and well-being. It’s not just health coverage — it’s how we make sure she has what she needs to fully participate in her education and community.”

“Medical Assistance ensures that our daughter receives essential services and equipment that support her development, safety, and well-being. It has helped cover therapies, communication support, and adaptive tools that make a real difference in her daily life — at home, at school, and in the community.”

“If access to Medical Assistance were cut, kids like my daughter would lose vital services that support their development, communication, and safety. Many rely on consistent care, specialized equipment, and educational supports that can’t be easily replaced. Without Medical Assistance, those needs could go unmet putting progress, health, and well-being at risk. These cuts would create unnecessary challenges for families who are already working hard to ensure their children have a fair chance.”

“I’m concerned that children who rely on consistent and specialized support will fall behind or be left out entirely. Cuts to Medical Assistance impact more than just individual families — they affect schools, care providers, and community resources. Services that already have long waitlists or limited availability would become even harder to access.”

“I’ve seen families speaking out and sharing how these programs directly affect their children’s lives. At the same time, many are stretched thin emotionally and physical just trying to navigate the system. There’s a sense that families are constantly having to advocate not only for services, but to prove that their children deserve them — that they belong. Community groups are trying to respond, but the pressure is real. Families should be focused on their kids, not fighting to hold on to the support they need.”