Remember, the Coalition for a Healthy Tacoma is holding a community roundtable meeting today at 11 am at King’s Books in Tacoma. Get directions Coffee and snacks will be provided. Have kids? Bring ’em! There will be a Children’s Corner with toys and activities.
Author Archives: Alex Stone
Workplace flexibility: President Obama and the First Lady put families first
The Forum on Workplace Flexibility, held by President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, highlighted the importance of workplace practices that allow working people to meet the demands of their jobs — without sacrificing their family responsibilities. “Flexible policies actually make employees more – not less – productive,” said Mrs. Obama. “Instead of spending timeContinue reading “Workplace flexibility: President Obama and the First Lady put families first”
Sharon’s story: Choosing between work and family
From the Coalition for a Healthy Tacoma As the eldest of two children and a registered nurse, Sharon took on many added responsibilities when her father began his battle with cancer in 2007. She never expected her employer of 19 years, a Tacoma-area hospital, to be anything less than supportive – until she started takingContinue reading “Sharon’s story: Choosing between work and family”
Washington Work and Family Coalition 