The Thriving Children and Youth Section coordinates state and local systems to improve the access, quality and cost of health services, increase health equity, and improve the health, safety and well-being of children, youth, young adults, parents, caregivers, and families. We also support universal and targeted prevention, and the enhancement of community, parent, caregiver, and youth-driven health-related systems.
Adolescent Health
Contact: Rabeeha Ghaffar, Unit Supervisor
Child Health
Contact: Angie Funaiole, Unit Supervisor
- Essentials for Childhood Initiative - A collective impact initiative with the following vision: All children in Washington state thrive in safe, stable and nurturing relationships and environments.
Essentials for Childhood Framework (PDF)
Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs
Contact: Monica Burke, Unit Supervisor
Contact
Astrid Newell, Section Manager