Service providers for homeless populations in Washington State are now eligible to apply for $4,000 in economic relief. The Washington State Department of Commerce is administering a limited program for eligible homeless service workers in Washington to receive a stipend of up to $4,000, and began accepting applications Thursday. Homeless service workers with … Read more
Rhonda Hauff is the CEO of Yakima Neighborhood Health Services. She said the organization is focused on helping homeless people during our 2022 Inland Northwest State of Reform Health Policy Conference. Staff are utilizing opportunities available through the Apple Health and Homes Act, attempting to purchase a motel to increase housing units available for homeless … Read more
Youth care officials are working to address the needs of youths exiting public systems of care in Washington State through several initiatives, but they say additional help is needed. Lawmakers discussed the issue during a Senate Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation Committee meeting on Wednesday. “The goals of the session are to better … Read more
The recently-signed Apple Health and Homes Act aims to provide individuals experiencing homelessness with housing under a new Medicaid benefit. Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed the act into law on March 30. The initiative will provide housing throughout the state by utilizing the newly-created Office of Health and Homes to acquire housing to … Read more
The Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) recently honored six registered nurses who have changed the practice, research, educational opportunities, and governing policies of nursing in the state. Nurses across the state nominate colleagues who have significantly impacted the lives of others in the profession every two years to be inducted into the WSNA … Read more