A new funding opportunity is available from the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) to fund entities to convene community-building events and activities that increase social engagement and connection for veterans, military servicemembers, and their respective families. The intent is to cultivate a sense of belonging among veterans and that help bridge the military-civilian divide which is the … Continue reading New VSHSL funding opportunity: Vets Engaged (SE 7)
VSHSL investments in King County’s seniors and their caregivers
Washington’s population is aging, including here in King County. In 2020, one in four King County residents were aged 55 or older. This proportion of King County’s population is expected to increase to 30 percent before 2040. Many older adults are at a higher risk for social isolation and loneliness which negatively impact health and well-being, … Continue reading VSHSL investments in King County’s seniors and their caregivers
Local funding working to prevent human trafficking in King County
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. During the month of January, governments, anti-trafficking organizations, law enforcement, survivor advocates, community leaders, and community members come together to raise awareness about human trafficking, to educate the public on how to identify and prevent human trafficking, and to protect and empower survivors of all forms of human trafficking. Human trafficking … Continue reading Local funding working to prevent human trafficking in King County
El condado de King amplía los equipos móviles de crisis para adultos con el fin de llegar más rápido a más personas
El condado de King marcó recientemente un nuevo logro en nuestro progreso para garantizar que los miembros de la comunidad reciban rápidamente la atención más eficaz y adecuada en caso de una crisis de salud mental o de consumo de sustancias. El 2 de diciembre, la División de Salud Conductual y Recuperación (BHRD, por sus … Continue reading El condado de King amplía los equipos móviles de crisis para adultos con el fin de llegar más rápido a más personas
$26 million in affordable housing investments awarded, creating 939 homes across the region
King County Executive Dow Constantine announced $26 million in funding for nine affordable housing developments that will generate 848 new homes, 66 renovated rental units, and 25 new home ownership units across King County over the next five years. The investments prioritize affordable housing for people with the lowest incomes, people experiencing or at risk … Continue reading $26 million in affordable housing investments awarded, creating 939 homes across the region
King County Expands Mobile Crisis Teams for Adults to Reach More People, Faster
On Dec. 2, the Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD) launched its new mobile rapid-response crisis teams for adults, adding 10 new teams in the field, plus new services and providers to the program.