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Illinois Passes Historic Provisions to Increase Access to Home Visiting and Doula Services

EverThrive Illinois and Start Early are thrilled the Illinois Senate approved House Bill 158 (HB158). The bill now moves to Governor J.B. Pritzker’s desk for his signature. Among other historic provisions, the legislation creates the statutory framework for expanding Medicaid to cover home visiting and doula services. We extend…

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Statement on the Atlanta Shooting

An attack on anyone is an attack on the very fiber that weaves us all together. Our thoughts are with those who lost their lives, lost loved ones, and lost…

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COVID-19 Relief is Coming, and With It, Vital Access to Care

Earlier today, the U.S. House voted to approve the American Rescue Plan that now heads to President Biden for signing later this week. The bill providing $1.9 trillion in spending…

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Illinois Budget Address

Earlier this week, Governor JB Pritzker delivered a virtual Budget and State of the State Address to the 102nd General Assembly.  EverThrive Illinois was pleased to hear the Governor’s continued investment in nutrition support, housing support, early childhood development, child care, and funding to address ongoing vaccine hesitancy. Despite ongoing…

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One Step Closer to Expanding Postpartum Coverage

Across the U.S., thousands of people lose Medicaid coverage at 60 days postpartum. The entire postpartum period is 12-months, however, and applies to anyone who has experienced pregnancy. Coverage is…

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One of our best tools to fight the pandemic? School-Based Health Care

February is School-Based Health Awareness Month and to celebrate EverThrive IL is recognizing how this evidence-based model is playing a crucial role during the ongoing pandemic. Whether virtually or in-person,…

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Welcome to the new look of EverThrive IL

For more than 30 years, EverThrive Illinois has dedicated itself to the fight for high-quality health care for women, children, and families. This continues driving our mission today. While change…

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2021 Policy Priorities

We are pleased to announce the 2021 EverThrive Illinois Policy Priorities that will direct our work in the upcoming year. These priorities reflect our ongoing commitment to address the most…

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Making Birth Safer in Illinois

Every pregnant person deserves the opportunity to deliver their babies in a safe, affordable, and comfortable setting of their choice. However, the current landscape of birthing options on the south and west sides of Chicago, and in rural parts of the state, limits their choices.

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Masks for MOMS

Guest Blog: Masks for MOMS Brings Peace of Mind to Pregnant Moms Written by our partners at ACCESS Community Health Network.  Elizabeth, a West Garfield Park resident, joined ACCESS’ Westside…

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Vaccines and the Power of Protection

A letter from the Executive Director This week, EverThrive Illinois is honoring National Infant Immunization Week as part of our ongoing commitment to promote the safety, effectiveness, and importance of…

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COVID-19

Protecting and Caring for Your Family during the Coronavirus Outbreak. It can be hard to know exactly how to take care of your family during COVID-19. You may also be…

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