Dear friends and colleagues,

As I reflect on 2024, I am filled with gratitude for the significant strides we’ve taken together in advancing equitable access to compassionate, whole-person health care that supports the well-being of Washington's diverse communities.

This past year has been one of growth, resilience, and renewed commitment as we navigated challenges both familiar and new.

We stayed true to our principles amid the year’s shifting political landscape, which will continue to directly impact health policy and the work in which we are engaged.

Despite these challenges, our work remains focused, in collaboration with our partners, on building a more just, accessible, and responsive health care system for the people we serve. Together, we are well-equipped to navigate the changes and strengthen our communities by recognizing the complexity and humanity of the individuals relying on us each day.

We have continued to support access to needed health care in our communities through our Community Health Center clinics, our broader provider network, and even in members’ homes. We strengthened our partnerships with social service organizations and schools. We collaborated with leading community partners such as the Doulas for All coalition to advocate for expanded maternal health care services and Skagit County’s Population Health Trust advisory committee to support crisis care for individuals with substance use disorders.

CHPW facilitated education and training sessions on trauma-informed care and culturally responsive care for our staff and providers, and we expanded our staff of Community Health Workers to reach members and support their needs wherever they may be and in all corners of the state.

I firmly believe our efforts demonstrate Community Health Plan of Washington’s distinctive role in Washington’s health care ecosystem as a collaborative and positive change agent for those most in need.

The road ahead will likely be more tumultuous, but with our collaborative efforts and joint commitment, we will sustain the gains we have achieved and continue to make progress for the well-being of our members and our communities. By supporting each other and working toward our common goals, our work can and will make all the difference for those we serve.

Warmly,

Leanne Berge, Esq. Chief Executive Officer Community Health Plan of Washington/ Community Health Network of Washington