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 state budget stress from the pandemic, the Governor did not propose any cuts to state agency budgets. The Illinois Department of Human Services, Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Department […]
Continue ReadingOne 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 important for birthing parents but essential for those who may have lost a pregnancy or experienced high-risk complications and have specific medical needs. Ending coverage […]
Continue ReadingOne 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, 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.
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