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Individuals and families can purchase health plans under the Affordable Care Act beginning November 15, 2014 for coverage beginning January 1, 2015. The open enrollment period ends Feb. 15, 2015.
The Washington Healthplanfinder offers a customer-friendly, online marketplace where individuals and families can find, compare, and enroll in a health plan that fits their needs and budget.
Washington Healthplanfinder provides:
Side-by-side comparisons of brand new health plans;
Financial help to pay for copays and monthly premiums; and
Expert customer support online, by phone or in-person… Read more
July 10, 2014 Let’s talk about Asian American and Pacific Islander mental health By Michael Itti and Diane Narasaki Vietnamese translated version here One in five adults in America experiences depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, or some other form of mental illness in the course of a year. Whether it is a friend, a colleague, or a family member, someone you know is experiencing a mental health disorder. The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) and Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) have teamed up during Minority Mental Health Awareness Month in Washington State to… Read more
Gov. Jay Inslee has announced the following appointments to the Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs. Mohan Gurung was born in Nepal and migrated to the United States in 1993. Prior to his move, he worked at Bir Hospital (the oldest hospital in Nepal) in their Emergency/Trauma, Orthopedic and Dental department for over 13 years. He has volunteered in numerous medical camps and health clinics throughout Nepal including with the Red Cross. He founded the Nepal Seattle Society with the goal to unite all Nepali in the state of Washington to preserve and promote Nepali culture and share it… Read more
MAY 29, 2014 BY NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY 1 COMMENT On May 15, the Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) brought youth, community leaders, elected officials and commissioners together at the Holiday Inn in Seatac for a celebration of history and to inspire a new generation. Attendees were treated to performances by the Filipino Youth Activities Drill Team, Seattle Kokon Taiko drummers, and Samoan dancers Tautua. The evening was emceed by KING 5’s Lori Matsukawa, and featured welcoming remarks by CAPAA Executive Director Michael Itti. After a panel discussion on… Read more
