Cole to Sit on Joint Committees for Health Care Financing, Elder Affairs

Freshman Republican state Rep. Leah Cole of Peabody says she has been assigned to sit on the joint committees for Health Care Financing and Elder Affairs.

The former committee deals with direct funding of healthcare programs, Medicaid, MassHealth, the Uncompensated Care Pool, fiscal issues of healthcare policy and other public health assistance.

Elder Affairs deals with the elderly, disabled seniors, nursing facilities, prescription drugs and reverse mortages.

“I am delighted to bring my experiences as a health care provider in long term care settings, such as nursing homes, to these committees,” said Cole, who works as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

“It is exciting to be able to be such a direct advocate for patients and providers alike on these matters, which are very important to our community and communities across the Commonwealth,” she said.

Cole's office can be reached at 617-722-2430 or by email at leah.cole@mahouse.gov.