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Opening a restaurant is often the first step on the economic ladder for recent immigrants and refugees. A new resource, called Restaurant Success, has launched to help aspiring restaurant entrepreneurs navigate the regulations and requirements needed to plan and start a restaurant. “Restaurant Success is an important milestone in our ongoing efforts to improve the regulatory environment for startups and existing businesses across the state,” said Gov. Jay Inslee. “Our partnership with Seattle, King County, and the restaurant industry has made it easier for prospective local restaurateurs to… Read more
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 through… 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
