OLYMPIA, WA – The Washington State Health Care Authority is developing a new youth helpline specifically designed to support young individuals, and the agency is asking for the public’s input in naming the helpline. It will be available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to address a spectrum of youth safety & well-being concerns and connect youth with appropriate resources.
“We believe that the power of a name can make a big impact, and who better to come up with that than YOU,” the HCA says.
Last year, the agency conducted two surveys to gather input from Washington youth on key features of the helpline, including its name. You can see the survey results here.
Based on the feedback, the HCA developed three potential names for this helpline, and this survey is designed for you to select your preference. This survey should take around 10 minutes to complete. When you complete the survey, you will be eligible to enter a drawing to receive a $20 gift card.
“Plus, you’ll be making a positive impact on the lives of countless youth individuals who might turn to this helpline for support,” the agency adds.
Click the link below to take the survey and make your voice heard. The survey will run through June 9th.
“Share the survey with your friends and spread the word. Together, we can create a helpline that truly understands and uplifts young minds,” the HCA says.
The HCA wants to create a helpline that:
> Can be used for all types of youth-related safety and well-being concerns
> Provides support for everyone under 25 years old
> Doesn’t want to get you in trouble
HCA purchases health care for more than 2.5 million Washington residents through Apple Health (Medicaid), the Public Employees Benefits Board Program, the School Employees Benefits Board Program, and the COFA Islander Health Care Program. As the largest healthcare purchaser in the state, we lead the effort to transform healthcare, helping ensure Washington residents have access to better health and better care at a lower cost.
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