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
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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 Reading2023 Policy Priorities
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The choice to have and raise a healthy family is a human right. Sadly, not all communities have the same access to resources and opportunities to thrive. EverThrive IL ensures that communities most impacted by injustice have the access, resources, and health care necessary to create and sustain healthy families on their own terms. We […]
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