PORT TOWNSEND — Jefferson Healthcare has been recognized as a “Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality” by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation, the educational arm of the country’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization.
This is the third consecutive year for Jefferson Healthcare.
The findings were part of HRC Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index 2016, an annual survey that encourages equal care for LGBT Americans by evaluating inclusive policies and practices related to LGBT patients, visitors and employees.
Jefferson Healthcare again earned top marks in meeting nondiscrimination and training criteria that demonstrate its commitment to equitable, inclusive care for LGBT patients and their families, who can face significant challenges in securing the quality health care and respect they deserve, according to a news release.
For more information about the Healthcare Equality Index 2016 or to download a free copy of the report, visit www.hrc.org/hei.
Designation award
SEQUIM — Nell Clausen and Trisha Cobb, both real estate brokers at RE/MAX Prime, have been awarded the Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) designation from the Real Estate Negotiation Institute (RENI).
Agents who receive this certification are among the top agents in the country in negotiation skills, according to a news release.
With professional negotiation skills, agents are able to help clients obtain better results in the sale or purchase of their home, the release said.
To reach Clausen or Cobb, phone 360-683-1500.
KONP talk guests
PORT ANGELES — Here is this week’s schedule for the 1:05 p.m. to 2 p.m. local talk show segment on KONP radio, at 1450 AM, 101.7 FM and www.konp.com on the Internet outside the Port Angeles area.
Station General Manager Todd Ortloff hosts the Monday through Thursday segments.
This week’s scheduled lineup:
■ Monday: Clallam County Prosecuting Attorney Mark Nichols discusses succession planning, the role of the prosecuting attorney in county government, recent prosecutor posts and recent developments in Olympic Peninsula Narcotics Enforcement Team.
■ Tuesday: Port Angeles School District Superintendent Marc Jackson, Steve Methner, Nolan Duce and a board member discuss school district facilities, the latest recommendations for the board and the bond.
Second segment: Betsy Reed Schultz discusses the Captain Joseph House Foundation dinner and auction.
■ Wednesday: Clallam County commissioners.
■ Thursday: Pre-empted by Seattle Mariners game.