On Tuesday evening, at the annual King County Behavioral Health Legislative Forum, we unveiled King County’s behavioral health priorities for the upcoming 2027 Washington State Legislative Session, where state legislators will convene to discuss statewide issues, introduce and vote on bills, and set the state budget. Each year, in the run-up to the next legislative … Continue reading King County Unveils Behavioral Health Priorities for 2027 State Legislative Session
Spread the Word, 12s: 12 Things Veterans in King County Need to Know
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you already know the unmatched energy of a Sunday in the fall. The roar of Lumen Field, the sea of blue and green, and the legendary pride of backing the Seattle Seahawks. We live and breathe our team, rallying together through every dramatic play, every defensive stand, and … Continue reading Spread the Word, 12s: 12 Things Veterans in King County Need to Know
Data shows Best Starts for Kids’ pilot helps retain childcare workers
New findings from the Best Starts for Kids Child Care Worker Wage Boost pilot show how increasing wages helps retain talent and keep workers in the field. Launched in early 2025, the pilot invests $29 million in the child care workforce. Workers receive quarterly payments ($2,080 for full-time employees and $1,040 for part-time employees) from … Continue reading Data shows Best Starts for Kids’ pilot helps retain childcare workers
How King County Is Growing the Behavioral Health Workforce
When Maurice decided to pursue a career in behavioral health, he knew he wanted to help people navigate the same challenges he had seen many others face. However, training requirements, education costs, and balancing work with learning can create significant barriers to entering the field. Today, Maurice is building his career as a Substance Use … Continue reading How King County Is Growing the Behavioral Health Workforce
Join Us Nov. 10th for the 2026 King County Behavioral Health Legislative Forum
Hosted by the King County Department of Community and Human Services' Behavioral Health and Recovery Division, the forum provides an opportunity to hear recovery stories, learn about King County's behavioral health legislative priorities for 2027, and engage directly with elected officials and others who care about mental health and substance use recovery. The event is … Continue reading Join Us Nov. 10th for the 2026 King County Behavioral Health Legislative Forum
Join the 37th Annual Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum!
Each year, King County’s Department of Community and Human Resources (DCHS) hosts the Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum, a space where we announce the county’s priorities for the upcoming state legislative session. This year marks the forum’s 37th year—a significant milestone! Join us and hundreds of other constituents on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from … Continue reading Join the 37th Annual Developmental Disabilities and Delays Legislative Forum!
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