NurseTrust joined by HCA section manager, Colette Jones, to advance leadership in nursing
Colette Jones, who leads the Quality Oversight and Program Alignment (QOPA) section within the Health Care Authority’s Medica...
The Washington State Tribal Prevention System
One way Tribes are combating the opioid crisis
Enjoying retirement in good health, through Apple Health.
When Cassandra arrived in Washington for her retirement, she was glad to be away from the cold weather of Alaska and be close...
Starts with One equips providers with safe opioid use educational materials
Arbor Health Hospital uses Starts with One campaign materials to prevent opioid misuse.
The importance of mindfulness
"I started my mindfulness journey at the beginning of the year." - Rebecca Wenrich, SEBB employee
HCA’s IT and customer service leadership describes the importance of customer-centered systems
Taylor Linke is the Health Care Authority’s (HCA) chief of staff (formerly director of IT Innovation and Customer Experience ...
Certified peer helps individuals find and keep housing
Terry Britt helps individuals find and maintain stable housing through the Housing and Recovery Through Peer Services (HARPS)...
Medical benefits can change the outlook of a pregnancy
“I was not one to think about insurance very often, or to worry too much about the coverage provided, until a trying time a c...
The Art of Health Equity
Black History Month is an opportunity to spotlight and celebrate the achievements that African Americans have accomplished in...
Black Infant Health program supports parents and healthier babies
The Black Infant Health (BIH) program focuses on improving the health of Black and African American individuals and their bab...
Shared decision making
If you speak with your health care provider, do you have a chance to ask questions? Do they listen to your needs and concerns...
Increasing entry opportunities for new behavioral health clinicians
A behavioral health workforce pilot program is currently underway across many community behavioral health providers to increa...
Creating well-being on campus: the role of Collegiate Recovery programs
Collegiate Recovery Programs are becoming more widespread nationwide, and each started in a slightly different way. As they h...
Governor honors HCA employee with Lifesaving Award
Sue Green, a project director in the Health Care Authority’s (HCA) Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR), receive...
Plain language
Plain language is our state’s effort to use clear, direct language in how we communicate with the public. When a document use...
PEBB benefits can be critical for you and your family
“The wonderful health benefits the PEBB Program provides allowed me to finally get the genealogical care I needed to help wit...
High blood pressure can be tough to see
“When I would go to the dentist, my blood pressure would be high. I would discount it as due to stress of being at the dentis...
Making health a priority through routine care and life planning
Going through the COVID-19 pandemic without insurance and stable housing, Gregory was unable to prioritize his health. Not on...
Client receives long awaited health treatments after being unemployed
John used to be covered under his employer’s health insurance. When the COVID-19 pandemic began, he lost his employment and s...
Connecting with a care provider who meets you where you are
“As a yoga instructor for over 11 years, I tend to seek more holistic healing options. Luckily, my PCP knows and understands ...
PEBB medical coverage has helped Randy enjoy a healthy, happy retirement
“Prior to moving, I ensured that my PEBB plan coverage extended to Idaho. Our plan offers so many benefits, with low or no co...
Why an FSA makes sense for my family
“The flexible spending account really saves our family when it comes to paying our medical and dental bills!" - Audrey, SEBB ...