This event was hosted on June 25th, 2025 by the Foundation for Health Care Quality and the Bree Collaborative.
Event Description: While Washington is well known in part for its agricultural industry, many communities across the state need help accessing nutritious food. This session began with an overview of the current state of food insecurity in Washington. Then, we heard from panelists representing the Washington State Department of Agriculture, DSHS, DOH, and a community group to discuss strategies they are implementing to combat food insecurity and how we can foster collective change to achieve equitable access to nutritious food for Washingtonians. After the panelist presentation, there was time for question and answer, followed by dedicated time to connect and discuss with peers to share experiences, hear from others, and discuss the next steps with peers across the healthcare ecosystem.
Speakers:
-Katie Rains, Food Policy Advisor to the Director, Washington State Department of Agriculture
-Brice Montgomery, Interim Director of the Community Services Division, Economic Services Administration, Department of Social and Health Services
-Lauren Lubowicki, Retail Health Care Specialist, Fruit and Vegetable Incentives Program, Prevention and Community Health, Washington State Department of Health
-Felicidad Smith, MPH, Communication and Resolution Program Manager, Washington Patient Safety Coalition
-Adele Eslinger, Program Coordinator, United General District 304,Skagit Fruit and vegetable Prescription Program
25 июн 2024
