Friday, August 21, 2009

Spousal Caregiver Bill Signed




After three long years Bill HB39 has been signed by the Governor of Illinois. This Is the Bill that I've been working with Senator Koehler to pass. What this means for me and others like me Is the state of Illinois will now pay me to care for my husband Instead of hired help. It Is a great victory. Here Is the original post about the Bill.

http://caretobead.blogspot.com/2008/03/caregiver-bill.html

Have a great day,
Kathi

9 comments:

Kate8085 said...

Congrats on this monumental day!!!

Shopgirl said...

Wonderful...this is amazing. It will make a lot of difference in your life and others.
Be well, Mary

Candy said...

Great news! The wheels of justice roll slowly. Thanks for the sweet comments and for my pretty necklace, I love it ;-)

Linda B said...

Great news. I'm happy for you. Thanks for all your efforts to make this possible.

Linda B.

Anonymous said...

Oh Kathi that is WONDERFUL News!!!
I admire all of your hard work, dedication, and persistence to see this through...BRAVO!
SO many people like you will be helped tremendously and just proves that every one does count!
You are the BEST!
Hugs,
Lynn♥

The Painted Nest said...

CONGRATS KATHI, I"M REJOICING WITH YOU !!! Blessings always,
Deborah

SharDon Exclusives said...

What a blessing! When I cared for my Mother I have often wondered if a caregiver ever got any help with the finances. Of course, you have helped soooo many others by helping with this bill. Congratulations

Funky Finds said...

Congratulations on a just victory!

Jann said...

Congratulations--this is wonderful news, and I'm sure everyone in your shoes appreciates yours and the Senator's, hard work. Wonderful!