Rafton’s Round Up: December 2023
Sarah Rafton, MSW As I reflect on 2023, I am bowled over by the contributions of WCAAP members, our community partners and staff toward our mission to champion the health […]
Advocating for children, adolescents, families, and all who care for kids
Sarah Rafton, MSW As I reflect on 2023, I am bowled over by the contributions of WCAAP members, our community partners and staff toward our mission to champion the health […]
Tim Jordan, MD, Developmental Pediatrician, Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital Children between the ages of 6 and 12 who have neurodevelopmental disorders constitute a significant portion of most pediatric and […]
Colleen McCarty, MPH, Program Manager WCAAP’s Champions for Youth Steering Committee gathered together on November 29th, 2023 for an in-person summit to discuss the group’s goals and focus for the […]
Have you ever wondered why you are asked to complete specific health forms or care plans for child care? Or have you completed a form then been told by the […]
Marina Martinez, Program Manager We are proud to share our hardworking cohort 5 clinics have reduced their missed vaccination opportunities by a median of 13% across 12 clinics halfway through […]
Thank you, Dr. Willis! Welcome, Dr. White! Beth Ebel, MD, FAAP, MsC, MPH, WCAAP Board President The WCAAP Executive Board would like to share that David Willis, MD, FAAP, has […]
Sarah Rafton, MSW This month I am reflecting on the strength of our community — the work we can accomplish together and the fulfillment and connection our community provides. In October, […]
Sarah Nau, MSW One of the Chapter’s advocacy priorities during the 2023 session earlier this year was focused on addressing the behavioral health crisis for children and teens. One solution […]
How to Implement Project Nature in your Practice Danette Glassy, MD, FAAP, Co-founder and Board President BestStart Washington Time in nature inspires awe, but is also important for human health. […]
Sarah Rafton, MSW, Executive Director I cannot imagine the challenges you face each day as you set foot in the hospital or the clinic, though I know the children, teens, […]