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, young people, their families, and the greater community are connected to a network of care through the 66 school-based health centers (SBHCs) located in Illinois. […]
Continue ReadingWelcome 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 may be a constant, so too is our commitment to confronting racial and economic inequality by advancing policy, partnering with communities, and fostering collaboration. In […]
Continue ReadingPolicy Priorities
Individual and community experiences are shaped by policies and systems. To achieve a most just healthcare ecosystem, we must advance anti-racist policy and systems change that centers the communities most impacted and prioritizes transformation. 2024 POLICY PRIORITIES Advance legislation Engage in administrative advocacy to: Build understanding among lawmakers, agencies, and other decision-makers
Continue ReadingMaking 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.
Continue ReadingMasks 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 Healthy Start program over 11 years ago when she was pregnant with her first child. Now, a mother of four and navigating her fifth pregnancy […]
Continue ReadingVaccines and the Power of Protection
EverThrive Illinois is honoring National Infant Immunization Week as part of our ongoing commitment to promote the safety, effectiveness, and importance of vaccines. Many things have changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, but this priority has not. While there is currently no vaccine to protect against coronavirus, we have seen in recent years how vaccine-hesitancy is […]
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