Yris Lance, MA, CNPM, CSSI, CMSI

Yris Lance coordinates all planning, implementation, and budget activities for the Washington State Department of Health Children with Speacial Health Care Needs' project Epilepsia en Washington. Her work involves the development of relationships and partnerships with other government agencies, (including Local Health Jurisdictions, Educational Services Districts, and School Nurse Corps), community health centers, specialists centers, parent and parents' organizations, community-based and faith-based organizations.

Yris works with her partners to create and improve access to comprehensive care for children and yourth with Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders in Washington State. Epilepsia en Washington serves families in rural and underserved communities, focusing on the Hispanic population.