C.H.E.F.®'s Programs and Projects are central to our mission of improving health through education. Explore the links below for information about the work we do in Washington state and nationwide to improve the health of children, youth, and older adults.

Early Childhood

Washington State
Washington Parenting Education Network (WAPEN)
WAPEN's mission is to provide leadership and infrastructure to support Washington State parenting educators in their work with families.

Nationwide
Healthy Beginnings™
The Healthy Beginnings program is for early childhood professionals who recognize the value of applying early brain research and caregiving strategies to nurture social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in young children.(Prenatal-Age 5)

Social Beginnings®
If your early childhood staff is dealing with tantrums, aggression, or disrespect from young children, use the Social Beginnings program to teach them a positive, effective response. (Ages 3-5)

Calming Ourselves in Stressful Moments™
Early childhood professionals use the Calming Ourselves in Stressful Moments™ program to calm stressed children and themselves. (Ages 3-7)

Healthy Aging

Washington State
Healthy Aging Partnership™ (HAP)
HAP is a coalition of local agencies dedicated to the health and well-being of older adults in the Puget Sound region. HAP sponsors the 1-888-4ELDERS (1-888-435-3377) information line and the companion website, www.4elders.org.

Washington Alliance for Healthy Aging (WAHA)
WAHA is a statewide coalition of professionals working to improve the health of older adults living in Washington state.