As the important contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals are recognized across America in celebration of Pride Month, we reaffirm our commitment to standing in solidarity with LGBTQ+ Americans in the ongoing struggle against bigotry, discrimination and injustice, and uplift important work happening in our corner of the country. In rural east King County, two Veterans, Seniors … Continue reading A senior hub partnership to support rainbow elders
Support, Care and Easy Access? Meet the Community That’s Making It Happen
HealthierHere, which receives funding through the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy (VSHSL), is building a Community Information Exchange (CIE) in partnership with Crisis Connections, WAServes and a network of diverse community based-organizations to ensure that all people can access the same opportunities for health and wellbeing and experience similar outcomes by eliminating racial, ethnic, socio-economic and geographic disparities. … Continue reading Support, Care and Easy Access? Meet the Community That’s Making It Happen
New VSHSL funding opportunity: Community Strategies to Address Gun Violence
Firearms are the third leading cause of injury-related death in Washington State, killing approximately 625 Washington residents each year between 2009 and 2013. The health of communities will be improved by work seeking to prevent and reduce gun violence as well as work that supports individuals who are impacted by such violence. In King County, gun … Continue reading New VSHSL funding opportunity: Community Strategies to Address Gun Violence
King County Thanks Senior Centers and Partners
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the United States’ observance of Older Americans Month. The theme for 2021 is "Communities of Strength." Older adults have built resilience and strength over their lives through successes, failures, joys and difficulties. Their stories and contributions help to support and inspire others. This Older Americans Month we celebrate … Continue reading King County Thanks Senior Centers and Partners
Supporting King County’s children through kinship care
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the United States’ observance of Older Americans Month. The theme for 2021 is "Communities of Strength." Older adults have built resilience and strength over their lives through successes, failures, joys and difficulties. Their stories and contributions help to support and inspire others. This Older Americans Month we celebrate … Continue reading Supporting King County’s children through kinship care
Recognizing Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month and our AANHPI senior community
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the United States’ observance of Older Americans Month. The theme for 2021 is "Communities of Strength." Older adults have built resilience and strength over their lives through successes, failures, joys and difficulties. Their stories and contributions help to support and inspire others. This Older Americans Month we celebrate … Continue reading Recognizing Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month and our AANHPI senior community