Reach Out and Read

Amerigroup Sponsors Reach Out and Read Program to Enable Pediatricians to Distribute 5,000 Books to Washington Families During Well-Child Visits

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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Amerigroup funds allow ROR to procure 5,000 new books that pediatricians can use during well-child visits to turn regular check-ups into springboards for healthy family relationships.

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  • Amerigroup funds allow ROR to procure 5,000 new books that pediatricians can use during well-child visits to turn regular check-ups into springboards for healthy family relationships.
  • Pediatricians match the new, developmentally appropriate books with each family’s culture, race, ethnicity and language, and give them to their patients to build their home libraries.
  • Physicians can use the books as developmental surveillance tools, and to improve early relational health by creating positive, memorable moments between children and their caregivers.
  • "That's why we've implemented the ROR program for 14 years now to support our community members to ensure they have access to bilingual books.

Meridian of Michigan and Grace Health "Prescribe" Reading for Young Children

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Monday, August 15, 2022
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DETROIT, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meridian of Michigan, a leading provider of government-sponsored health plans in the state, and Grace Health in Battle Creek, have partnered to foster the development of early literacy skills among children as part of its pediatric primary care program, Reach Out and Read.

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  • "Grace Health is committed to serving our community in every possible way, and one of those ongoing initiatives is related to child development," said Diane Craig, coordinator of the Reach Out and Read program at Grace Health.
  • Children receiving books at a young age are better prepared for school, and it helps with brain development.
  • Meridian in Michigan provides government-sponsored managed care services to families, children, seniors, and individuals with complex medical needs primarily through Medicaid (Meridian), Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Wellcare), Medicare-Medicaid Plans (MeridianComplete), and the Health Insurance Marketplace (Ambetter from Meridian).
  • Grace Health, dually designated Federally Qualified Health Center: Community Health Center and Health Care for Homeless provider, began delivering primary health care to Calhoun County, Michigan residents in 1986.

Marty Martinez, Public Health Leader, Named Chief Executive Officer of Reach Out and Read

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Monday, February 7, 2022
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BOSTON, Feb.7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reach Out and Read , a leading national organization that embeds literacy promotion into pediatric care, is pleased to announce Marty Martinez as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • BOSTON, Feb.7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reach Out and Read , a leading national organization that embeds literacy promotion into pediatric care, is pleased to announce Marty Martinez as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Appointed by the Reach Out and Read Board of Directors, Martinez will succeed Brian Gallagher on February 14, 2022.
  • "I am excited to join Reach Out and Read in the next chapter of the story of this amazing organization.
  • "Reach Out and Read is an unparalleled example of embedding public health within clinical medicine," remarked Dr. Dipesh Navsaria, Reach Out and Read National Board Chair.

BehaVR Announces NurtureVR, First Virtual Reality Program Aimed to Lower Stress, Anxiety and Fear for Pregnant Women, Now Suffering at Record Levels Due to Ongoing Pandemic

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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NASHVILLE,Tenn., Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BehaVR today announced its direct-to-consumer launch of NurtureVR , a first-of-its-kind program to liberate expectant mothers from stress, anxiety and fear through the power of virtual reality.

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  • NASHVILLE,Tenn., Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BehaVR today announced its direct-to-consumer launch of NurtureVR , a first-of-its-kind program to liberate expectant mothers from stress, anxiety and fear through the power of virtual reality.
  • NurtureVR is a first-of-its-kind VR program developed in deep collaboration with moms, physicians, nurses and midwives at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian.
  • We are proud to work with BehaVR to help ensure underserved communities are reached with this incredible program."
  • The BehaVR Scientific Advisory Board includes leading researchers and authorities in the fields of behavioral neuroscience and medical virtual reality technology, including Walter Greenleaf,Ph.D., Hunter Hoffman, Ph.D. , and Adriaan Louw, PT, Ph.D .

The Doctor Will See You, But First: Picture This!

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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Made possible by a grant from the William Penn Foundation , Picture This!

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  • Made possible by a grant from the William Penn Foundation , Picture This!
  • is currently being offered at the Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pediatric Care Center in West Philadelphia , with plans to expand throughout the CHOP Care Network.
  • "As a pediatrician, I also use the murals to assess a child's development, alongside the books we provide through Reach Out and Read (ROR).
  • Displayed on the walls of the clinic, the murals were designed to mimic large storybook pages, using the proven power of wordless picture books to foster creativity and organic conversation.

Children's Minnesota pediatrician named Reach Out and Read Medical Director

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Thursday, May 14, 2020
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MINNEAPOLIS, May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children's Minnesota, has been named medical director of Reach Out and Read Minnesota.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children's Minnesota, has been named medical director of Reach Out and Read Minnesota.
  • Dr. Chawla has been involved with Reach Out and Read throughout her 18-year career at Children's Minnesota.
  • As medical director, Dr. Chawla will partner with local champions to support the adoption of Reach Out and Read in clinics throughout Minnesota and be an advocate for early literacy and developmental issues.
  • Reach Out and Read is also creating a #ReadTogether YouTube playlist featuring stories read aloud by pediatricians and volunteers for families to use with their children."

Boise Paper Sponsors Reach Out and Read

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Monday, January 27, 2020
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CHICAGO, Jan. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boise Paper, a division of Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), has announced their sponsorship of Reach Out and Read, a U.S. non-profit entering its fourth decade promoting childhood literacy.

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  • CHICAGO, Jan. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boise Paper, a division of Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), has announced their sponsorship of Reach Out and Read, a U.S. non-profit entering its fourth decade promoting childhood literacy.
  • Importantly, the Reach Out and Read model reaches children during the most critical first three years of their lives.
  • As part of their Paper with Purpose commitment to sustainability, Boise Paper looks for opportunities to give back to the communities their employees and customers call home.
  • You can learn more about Boise Paper and their Paper with Purpose promise at www.BoisePaper.com .

The J. M. Smucker Company and Akron Children's Hospital Announce Partnership to Continue the Hospital's Child Literacy Efforts

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Thursday, February 14, 2019
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ORRVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, The J. M. Smucker Company (NYSE: SJM) and Akron Children's Hospital announced a multi-year partnership to continue the hospital's child literacy efforts.

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  • ORRVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, The J. M. Smucker Company (NYSE: SJM) and Akron Children's Hospital announced a multi-year partnership to continue the hospital's child literacy efforts.
  • Smucker is committing $500,000 to support the Reach Out and Read program at each of Akron Children's Hospital's 28 pediatric care locations.
  • Smucker Company for its generous support of our Reach Out and Read program for the next five years," said Grace Wakulchik, Akron Children's President and CEO.
  • In 2018, more than 60,000 new, developmentally appropriate books were distributed to children at their Akron Children's Hospital well visits.

Executive Director Transition Marks Exciting New Chapter for Colorado Nonprofit

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Monday, January 14, 2019
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DENVER, Jan. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Meredith Hintze, Executive Director of Reach Out and Read Colorado since 2016, announced her resignation this week.

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  • DENVER, Jan. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Meredith Hintze, Executive Director of Reach Out and Read Colorado since 2016, announced her resignation this week.
  • Hintze, a Colorado native, joined Reach Out and Read Colorado in 2009.
  • "Meredith has been with Reach Out and Read Colorado for ten years, the last three as Executive Director.
  • Reach Out and Read Colorado is an evidence-based nonprofit that partners with health care providers to prescribe books and encourage families to read together.