Mama B's Food Coma

10/19/2025

https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/stakeholders/dual-medicare-medicaid
Information regarding dually eligible, DSNPs, MSP and Medicare 101 training series and new monthly “Medicare in 15 Minutes” training series that begin April 2025.

Transitioning from Medicare to Medicaid at 65
Important resources and links including to our HCA partners webpage Apple Health Medicare Connect (DSNPs) brand name for DSNPs in WA that offers an immense number of resources around DSNPs and what it means to be Dually Eligible.

Integrated Care for Dually Eligible Beneficiaries Check out this quick 2-minute video helping folks “Transition from Apple Health Medicaid to Medicare” Medicare – Medicaid Integration Medicare and Medicaid integration has been an ongoing collaborative effort of the Department of Social and Hea...

10/19/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQZyDkiElOY
The video walks folks through on what to expect transitioning from Medicaid to Medicare and steps to take along the way – additional information and resource links, phone #’s are in the notes below the video on YouTube.

Turning 65? Even if you currently have Apple Health (Medicaid), everyone must apply for Medicare when turning -- enrollment does not happen automatically. Be...

10/01/2025

We’re getting ready for SRHD’s (Spokane Regional Health District) free community baby shower on Thursday October 30th 2025, from 1-3 pm this year at the YMCA in Spokane Valley (2421 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216 ).

Please join us in spreading the word among expectant and new parents in our community..

This year, with support from our sponsors, SRHD is providing 60 gift bags full of health and safety products for participants, and 30 raffle bundles. At the event, we’ll have educational games, celebratory cake, snacks, and more. The YMCA can provide free on-site childcare to participants during the event from 1-3 pm. The Molina Mobile clinic will be on-site in the parking lot so babies and other kiddos who are Molina members can get caught up on well-child visits, and current and expectant parents who are Molina members can complete prenatal and postpartum check-ups or receive other basic health care services and referrals.

There are options nearby for families who want to plan activities before or after the community baby shower. The Spokane Valley YMCA branch is located right next to Mirabeau Park and the Akin Family Resource Center, and there are wonderful things to explore and play with at the YMCA branch as well.

Please reach out to Mia Parker at [email protected] with any questions.

03/28/2025

Calling all Washingtonians: The Recovery Navigator Program (RNP) is on the chopping block—and we cannot let that happen.

The RNP is one of the only state-funded, non-clinical recovery programs in Washington. It provides critical outreach, care coordination, and connection to services for people impacted by substance use disorder—especially those who’ve cycled through the criminal legal system, emergency rooms, or are on the brink of crisis.

Let’s be clear: Eliminating the Recovery Navigator Program would be a devastating step backwards.

This program reduces recidivism, decreases emergency service use, reconnects people with families, and helps them re-enter the workforce. RNP teams are staffed by people with lived experience—people who know how to build trust, navigate complexity, and walk with others toward recovery.

We’re not talking about a nice-to-have. We’re talking about a lifeline.

A vote in the Senate is imminent. If recovery matters to you—if you believe people deserve real second chances—this is the moment to act.

Contact your Washington State Senator now. Tell them to protect the Recovery Navigator Program. Tell them that recovery is real—and it needs real support.

Find your legislator here: https://lnkd.in/gXneSJBj

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

10/29/2024

First, even though you can’t see it now, your loved one’s behaviors make sense in some way. People use substances because they get something out of it that’s important to them. It’s not because they’re “crazy” or “bad”—it’s because the behavior is serving a purpose. That is what keeps them going back, even as the costs pile up. While you don’t have to agree with or like their reasons for using, understanding those reasons will help you be more effective in helping promote change.

I know it takes courage to admit when you are struggling. But I want you to know that you are not alone. Imagine having a safe haven where you can openly discuss your concerns, receive guidance, and connect with others who truly understand your struggles. Our virtual support group offers a nurturing environment for you to grow, heal, and rebuild your relationships with your loved ones.

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10/29/2024

https://youtu.be/5gIQcAxxbIc?si=B4ZtOMEC7kC3aWBC

Imagine having a safe haven where you can openly discuss your concerns, receive guidance, and connect with others who truly understand your struggles. Our virtual support group offers a nurturing environment for you to grow, heal, and rebuild your relationships. Join us and take the first step towards a brighter future.

I know it takes courage to admit when you're struggling. But I want you to know that you're not alone. Our virtual support group is a judgment-free zone where you can fully express yourself, share your story, and receive understanding and compassion from others who've walked in your shoes.

10/29/2024

Imagine having a safe haven where you can openly discuss your concerns, receive guidance, and connect with others who truly understand your struggles. Our virtual support group offers a nurturing environment for you to grow, heal, and rebuild your relationships. Join us and take the first step towards a brighter future.

I know it takes courage to admit when you're struggling. But I want you to know that you're not alone. Our virtual support group is a judgment-free zone where you can fully express yourself, share your story, and receive understanding and compassion from others who've walked in your shoes.

10/09/2024

Hey this link that I am sending you is about a listening session that you can voice your own concerns about Eastern Washington State drug, and mental health services, or lack of.
It is free.
It is also a virtual event and you can just listen, or voice your concerns.
It is rather important to the fight of improving services in Eastern Washington for drug rehabilitation and mental health services.

The Washington Recovery Alliance (WRA) in partnership with our recovery coalitions is hosting a 2-hour virtual listening session for our recovery communities in Eastern Washington (located East of the Cascade Range). This listening session will be open to anyone in our recovery community who lives o...

09/24/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4EDhdAHrOg

09/24/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4EDhdAHrOg