I have known Shannon Chandley for many years. Our children grew up together in Amherst, and we would often see each other at soccer games, school events and sometimes catch up for a cup of tea! She is a friend and someone I can depend on at any time. When Shannon was elected as State Rep, I was so excited that Amherst would have a genuine, passionate representative in Concord. Then, when she was elected as State Senator, I was grateful that she could continue her work on a higher level, and so happy that we would have a senator who was accessible to everyone.

The past six months have been challenging for all of us. One of my daughters has a chronic health condition, so I have been very invested in any legislation that impacts access to healthcare. In early March, I received a call from Shannon, just checking in and wondering how we were doing and how she could help. Due to COVID-19, my daughter’s in-person clinic visits had to be changed to online telehealth visits. This was a time of great change and many questions; it was so reassuring to know that Shannon was available to find answers when needed. Shannon supported the bill passed this session that ensured telemedicine coverage from insurance, and this was a huge relief to us. She also supported the bill for Paid Family Leave, which is a huge concern for so many families in these uncertain times.

Sen. Shannon Chandley is running for re-election in District 11, representing Amherst, Merrimack, Milford and Wilton. I will be voting for her, and I hope you do as well so we can continue to have an accessible state senator who will do everything in her power to work for us.