Why Race Matters Workshop Series
/The Why Race Matters Workshop has been designed by Greater Spokane Progress to provide a foundation for further racial equity work.
Read MoreEquity Workgroup Contacts list
/Workgroup Contacts list - updated Mar 2021
Note that there is one tab for each workgroup
Spokane Collaborative Meeting Materials - September 17, 2020
/Equity workgroups
Housing workgroup - Draft policy statement
BH workgroup
Draft resource guide (updated 9/17)
Email resource guide feedback to kkreber@srhd.org
Reducing Family Violence - Budget Request for vote - passed
Partner shares
YMCA Community Cafés for Active Older Adults - Sept 22 & 29, Oct 6; virtual
Lockbox Distribution event – Oct. 9 at WCCC
CHW open position - supporting Eastern European population
Circle of Security flyer - from the Reducing Family Violence workgroup
HB1590 affordable housing levy
Sign-on letter: https://bit.ly/3ieK5L8
For questions or presentations, contact ben@slihc.org
Spokane County as a Dementia-Friendly Community
Help develop local play by completing survey by Oct 9: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JZN2LM3
Partnership between Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington, the Alzheimer’s Association, and Providence. More here.
From Johnny Edmondson at NW Harvest: I recently started working with NW Harvest as their Spokane Community Partner and would love to collaborate on food access and food justice work. Contact jedmondson77@gmail.com
HCA 2020 Learning Symposium
/The Washington Health Care Authority and Washington’s Accountable Communities of Health are pleased to announce their 2020 Learning Symposium: Community Health Through an Equity Lens. This year’s event will be virtual, with all sessions taking place via Zoom.
Read MoreBHT Releases Behavioral Health Access Report
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The report includes a regional overview: behavioral health needs, treatment, and financing, as well as focused subsections of the report provide more in-depth data on: 1) racial/ethnic disparities in behavioral health care access; 2) community behavioral health; and 3) transportation and geographic access to care.
Read MoreHealthy Kids Together - Back to School Flyers
/Your child may be eligible for WA Apple Health for Kids free or low-cost coverage (with a low premium) if your income is at or below the Medicaid standard.
Please call our Navigators today for assistance 509-340-9008! Appointments can be made with an insurance navigator and interpreter if needed.
Read MoreBHT Invests in Broadband Feasibility Studies
/At the September meeting, the BHT Board of Directors approved an allocation of up to $207,000 in funding from Integrated Managed Care (IMC) dollars to support the Washington State Broadband Office's Feasibility and Grant Maximization Initiative.
Read MoreRequest for Proposals: Criminal Justice Behavioral Health Access Projects
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BHT is inviting proposals with the intent to support innovative approaches that work to reduce recidivism, embed an equitable approach, and improve access to behavioral health services for criminal justice involved individuals, as well as, early intervention and prevention with youth.
Read MoreSuicide Prevention Resources
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In observance of Suicide Prevention Month, BHT encourages Washingtonians to #BeThere — to help prevent suicide. Being there by being present, supportive, and strong for those who may be going through a difficult time.
Read MoreWhole Child Health Collaborative & Hoopfest Partnership
/The Whole Child Health Collaborative (WCHC) is a workgroup within the Tribal Partners Leadership Council (TPLC) that is focused on engaging youth and families in prevention initiatives that include cultural, learning, and physical activities to nurture mind, body, and spirit.
Read MoreBH Forum resources - Aug 2020
/August Topic: Behavioral Health Access report release & planning next steps for our region
Read MoreNEW! Special Enrollment Period Aug 17-Sep 30
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The Health Benefit Exchange has announced a second Special Enrollment Period, from August 17-September 30.
Read MoreEquity 101 Series - Registration & FAQ
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Better Health Together is offering an Equity 101 Series of workshops with the goal of growing a shared understanding of equity concepts and language across BHT partner organizations.
Read MoreSpokane Collaborative Meeting Materials - August 20, 2020
/Housing workgroup - Draft policy statement
BH workgroup - Draft resource pocket guide
Change Management training series - Meeting Materials
/Webinar recording & resources from the Change Management training series with Cathy Kaufmann.
Read MoreSupporting Community Water Fluoridation
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This month the BHT Board approved for BHT staff to advocate for community water fluoridation via councilmanic action and approved an allocation of $250,000 from our Regional Infrastructure dollars to support the implementation once approved.
Read MoreAnti-Racism RFP - Posted 7/31
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We are releasing $1 million of our Community Resiliency Fund in a Request For Proposal process to address racism. We will prioritize awarding dollars to organizations led by and serving Black, Indigenous, and people of color.
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