Only about 20% of children with mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders receive care from a specialized mental health care provider.Some families cannot find mental health care because of the lack of providers in Northeastern and Central PA. High costs, lack of insurance coverage, and the time and effort involved make it harder for parents to access adequate mental health care for their child.
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Domestic Violence: Breaking the Silence
Access to the right resources can make facing this challenge a little easier for families
In Sickness and in Play: Chronic Disease in Children
About 25% of children in the US aged 2 to 8 years have a chronic health condition
Homelessness in NEPA
Homelessness can happen to anyone at any age or socio-economic status.
Transgender Today
As we raise the visibility on Transgender young adults and embrace them within our culture
School Nurses: Answering the Call
What can our school districts do to help retain and recruit nurses for future generations?
Under the Weather? Climate Change & Your Health
How does climate change impact individual and public health?
Barriers to Healthcare of Older Adults
What progress have local organizations made in addressing these challenges?
Primary Care: The First Line of Defense
When was the last time you saw your primary care doctor?
The Smallest Victims: Child Abuse & Trafficking
What are the signs to know to spot child abuse and even possible trafficking?
Dental Care: Brushing Up on Your Health
How can providers make dental care more affordable and accessible?
Tonyehn Verkitus is the Executive Director of the Lackawanna and Luzerne County Medical Societies. Her work in the nonprofit world has mostly centered on health and food though she also spent many years training organizations and communities on fundraising and telling their mission-based stories.