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This website brings together practical and current tools, strategies, and information designed to help physicians and other health care providers in Washington State care for children and youth with special health care needs and their families.Event Type
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University of Washington experts provide the Autism Center of Excellence (COE) trainings through a contract with the Health Care Authority (HCA). As of July 2024, we are contracted to provide
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University of Washington experts provide the Autism Center of Excellence (COE) trainings through a contract with the Health Care Authority (HCA). As of July 2024, we are contracted to provide 4 general trainings a year.
Upcoming COE Trainings:
- Friday, September 13, 2024: Register: https://redcap.link/AutismCOEsept2024 Flyer for training
- Friday, December 6, 2024 – registration coming soon
- Friday January 31, 2024 – registration coming
Purpose of the COE Training
- To increase the number of qualified clinicians (COEs) across Washington State who can appropriately diagnose children and youth with autism who have Medicaid insurance.
- To foster collaboration between providers and systems serving autistic children and youth and their families
- Help children and families access needed services as appropriate, including writing a Medicaid/Apple Health prescription for Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). COE required for Managed Care Organization (MCO) prescription approval.
Who is Eligible to Become a COE
- The HCA determines which primary care and other clinicians can become COEs. Currently the list includes medical physicians working in primary care, specialty physicians, clinical psychologists, ARNPs and pediatric naturopaths. Physician Assistants (PA-C) whose supervising clinician is a COE are eligible as of Jan 1, 2023.
Who is Eligible to Attend the Training
- Clinicians who serve patients with Washington State Medicaid insurance or support clinicians doing this work. We welcome others interested in learning more about autism who are providing care coordination, peer support, mental or behavioral health services etc. There are limited spots for out of state providers interested in learning more about this approach to training primary care providers to diagnose autism.
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(Friday) 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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Online
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WA INCLUDE Collaborative - University of Washington, Institute on Human Development and Disability, Clinical Training UnitWA INCLUDE Collaborative- Interdisciplinary Network of Community Leaders with a focus on the Underserved and Disability Education -Improving systems of care by supporting education, training, and connections within a growing community of champions -Promoting quality of life and health equity within underserved communities at the intersection of developmental disability, mental health, and physical health -Increasing accessibility, variety, and amount of trainings and support for providers strained by high workloads -Creating and facilitating state-wide networks that empower local regional champions through access to expertise from each other and state partners -Embedding supports within schools, medical homes, mental health clinics, and communitieshttps://wainclude.org/
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It’s crucial that school-based professionals have the information and skills they need to understand how student behavioral health information can be shared and protected. The SAMHSA-funded Mental Health
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It’s crucial that school-based professionals have the information and skills they need to understand how student behavioral health information can be shared and protected. The SAMHSA-funded Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) Network and the Center of Excellence for Protected Health Information (CoE-PHI) are hosting a 90-minute virtual training to help school mental health professionals and others understand how the federal health privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA) apply to student mental health information. Who should attend?
- Health and mental health providers employed by a school district
- Community providers contracted by a school district to work on site
- School-Based/School-Linked Health Center providers
- School administrators, teachers, school counselors, athletic trainers, and other school personnel
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(Thursday) 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Online
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SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services AdministrationThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.https://www.samhsa.gov/
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Cultivating Curiosity – highlighting stories and strengths of community, and fostering partnerships to impact health equity and a community culture of well-being Edge of Amazing (EOA) connects, educates and
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Cultivating Curiosity – highlighting stories and strengths of community, and fostering partnerships to impact health equity and a community culture of well-being
Edge of Amazing (EOA) connects, educates and inspires health and well-being advocates to enhance whole-person health and health equity. Every year, EOA brings people together to address the most pressing health needs and public health issues impacting the health and well-being of our community. EOA priorities align with current community needs.
EDGE OF AMAZING is an initiative of Providence Institute for a Healthier Community (PIHC)
About Edge of Amazing
VISION: To connect, educate and inspire health and well-being advocates to enhance whole-person health and health equity.
PURPOSE: We bring people together to address the most pressing health needs and public health issues impacting the health and well-being of our community. EOA priorities align with current community needs. Click on the links to find out more about:
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PIHC’s 2023 Community Health & Well-being Monitor
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Providence Regional Medical Center Everett’s 2023-2025 Community Health Improvement Plan Priorities
GOAL: To facilitate a community health forum providing both an educational and networking experience to learn about new research and trends, amplify current efforts and resources, and foster possible future collaborations.
JOIN US: For the 10th Annual Edge of Amazing on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024 at the Delta Hotels by Marriott in Everett, WA.
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(Tuesday) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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The Delta Hotels by Marriott in Everett
3105 Pine Street, Everett, WA
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Providence Institute for a Healthier CommunityCreating Healthier Communities Together Together with our partners, we’re working towards a more holistic and equitable system where local services better support all dimensions of well-being for every community member. Social and economic factors like food security, housing and jobs determine more than 50% of well-being. Clinical care addresses symptoms, but the root of well-being begins in the community.
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The COD and Treatment Conference strives to bring together experts from Washington and across the nation to share information about innovative Co-occurring Disorder (COD) – diagnosed patients who have substance
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The COD and Treatment Conference strives to bring together experts from Washington and across the nation to share information about innovative Co-occurring Disorder (COD) – diagnosed patients who have substance use disorders as well as mental health disorders – and treatment therapeutic techniques, skills, programs, practices, and policies. The conferences offers relevant workshops and several keynote speakers in an enjoyable learning experience. Our goal is to promote the integration of services across public behavioral health, developmental disabilities, adult and youth corrections, and physical health. Additionally, promote knowledge about COD and the value of integration, to support the development of a COD capable system of care. Finally, we strive to present each participant with current information that will bring value back to the agency and the patients they serve and to provide a great opportunity to network with friends and colleagues.
REGISTRATION FEE
Early Bird (ends August 31st): $150
Regular Registration (after August 31st): $175HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Please plan to arrange your own travel and overnight accommodations.
For your convenience, the conference organizers will be holding blocks of rooms at local hotels.
Additional booking details to follow.SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the 2024 COD & Treatment Conference?
Let us know!SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship applications are available!
The Scholarship Award will cover your registration fee for the two-day conference, your hotel accommodations, and meal functions during the event. We encourage all to apply!
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october 7 (Monday) - 8 (Tuesday)
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The Autism Law Summit is designed for a diverse audience of individuals interested in the legal aspects of autism and promoting inclusive policies. Legal Professionals: Attorneys, lawyers, legal advocates, and paralegals
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The Autism Law Summit is designed for a diverse audience of individuals interested in the legal aspects of autism and promoting inclusive policies.
- Legal Professionals: Attorneys, lawyers, legal advocates, and paralegals specializing in any area related to autism law
- Parents and Caregivers: Parents and family members of individuals with autism who want to learn about their legal rights and advocacy strategies
- Advocates and Nonprofit Organizations: Advocates working in the autism community interested in staying up to date with legal developments and gaining insights into advocacy efforts
- Healthcare and Service Providers: Medical professionals, therapists, and service providers involved in supporting individuals with autism
More information: https://autismlawsummit.com/2024-summit/
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17 (Thursday) 9:00 am - 18 (Friday) 5:00 pm
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Boise, Idaho
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Autism Legal Resources CenterImproving the lives of people with autism through the power of the law.
Link to full-month event calendar.
Contact Information
- Box 357920
Seattle, WA 98195-7920 - 206.685.1279
- info@medicalhome.org
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