NC Child and AppHealthCare host State of the Child presentation

WHO: NC Child, a statewide nonprofit that advances public policies that improve the lives of all North Carolina children, and AppHealthCare, a local public health agency and community health center focused on improving and protecting the community’s health.

WHAT: The State of the Child Ashe-Alleghany-Watauga County

This gathering will bring together local child advocates, school system professionals, health care providers, child care leaders, elected officials, and community members for a data-informed conversation about how children are faring in Ashe, Alleghany, and Watauga counties and how we can work together to improve outcomes.

The event will feature key findings from the latest NC Child County Data Cards for Ashe, Alleghany, and Watauga counties. Following the presentation, there will be a facilitated discussion to reflect on the data, uplift what is working well for children, and explore areas for continued growth and collaboration.

Lunch will be provided.

This event is free to attend, but registration is required. Register here.

WHEN: Tuesday, June 24 from 12-1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Wilkes Community College Ashe Campus, The Poe Room 363 Campus Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28696

About NC Child NC Child is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that advocates for public policies that improve the lives of all North Carolina children. As the state’s only multi-issue child advocacy organization, NC Child’s work addresses policies that affect the whole child, including health and well-being, early childhood education, and family economic security. NC Child is also a leading source of state-level research and data on the issues affecting children and families, and the organization serves as a trusted and reliable source for
policymakers and other child advocates across the state. For more information, visit ncchild.org.

About AppHealthCare AppHealthCare was established in 1933 and serves Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga Counties in Northwestern North Carolina as a local public health department and federally qualified health center. AppHealthCare’s mission is to promote safe and healthy living, prevent disease and protect the environment. Offering a wide variety of services to meet individual and community needs, AppHealthCare is focused on caring for the community and protecting the public’s health. Learn more: www.AppHealthCare.com | (828) 795-1970.

Media Inquiries Emily Blevins, Communications Director em***@*****ld.org (919) 726-6325

Melissa Bracey, Director of Communications & Compliance, AppHealthCare
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(828) 264-4995 extension 3175

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