CHPW navigated challenges both familiar and new in working to improve access to quality health care for all of Washington’s communities. CEO Leanne Berge reflects on a year of growth, resilience, and inspiration.

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Several CHPW staff members were recognized for their contributions to the health care sector in 2024. Let’s hear a round of applause for …

CHPW earned 19 Bree Collaborative awards from the state. The awards recognize health care organizations and individuals for their contributions to improving the quality, safety, and value of care through collaborative efforts.

American Indian and Alaska Native communities face numerous health disparities compared with other populations. As an organization dedicated to addressing health outcomes for all populations, CHPW supported Tribal initiatives to improve health care access and services.

CHPW worked with community partners in Anacortes to launch a pilot program to connect families experiencing homelessness to health coverage and primary care services. We also participated in a national collaborative to support not-for-profit health plans in improving the well-being of communities that experience poorer health outcomes.

Across the organization, and in alliance with our community members and partners, we worked to improve our members’ experiences in accessing care and support. This included an expanded presence of our Community Health Workers, who are often the face of CHPW in the community.

As a passionate advocate of integrated whole-person care, CHPW supported several community initiatives to expand access to comprehensive health services for individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs).

In addition to receiving state recognition for best practices in Perinatal Behavioral Health, CHPW participated in several initiatives and partnerships within communities to improve access to pregnancy and maternal health care.

CHPW brought in trusted experts to lead educational training sessions on caring for immigrants and refugees and supported our network of primary care providers by expanding access to specialist consultations.