Seventy percent of older adults in King County have one or more chronic conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, or hypertension. Significant disparities exist in the prevalence of these conditions based on race, ethnicity, and geography. The Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL), from 2018-2023, funded 14 community partners serving diverse and multi-ethnic populations to … Continue reading Evidence-based programs are improving the health of older adults in King County
Keep King County Housed data dashboard is live!
The trend is clear: More and more people in our communities—locally and across the nation—face housing instability as housing shortages continue, and housing costs grow faster than what people can afford. Keep King County Housed (KKCH), a King County rent assistance and eviction prevention program that launched in July 2023, offers support for renters who … Continue reading Keep King County Housed data dashboard is live!
New VSHSL funding opportunity: Community Supports for Persons with Disabilities (SE 3)
A new funding opportunity is available from the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) to provide system navigation and community building to promote and protect the rights of persons with visible or invisible disabilities reflecting the full diversity of King County. According to the CDC, 1 in 4 adults in the United States have some type of disability, … Continue reading New VSHSL funding opportunity: Community Supports for Persons with Disabilities (SE 3)
New VSHSL funding opportunity: Resilient Communities Reentry Spanning Services (SE 2C)
A new funding opportunity is available from the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) to support one or more entities to provide services that support reentry of formerly incarcerated persons in King County including, but not limited to, interim housing and systems navigation, family support services, employment resources, flexible financial assistance, and access to culturally responsive healing practices. … Continue reading New VSHSL funding opportunity: Resilient Communities Reentry Spanning Services (SE 2C)
King County recognizes Military Appreciation Month
May is Military Appreciation Month, a special time designated to honor and recognize the contributions, sacrifices, and service of military members, veterans, their families, and lost loved ones. During the month of May, and all year long, we have the opportunity to acknowledge and appreciate servicemembers across all branches of the U.S Armed Forces, both … Continue reading King County recognizes Military Appreciation Month
The VSHSL announces latest Senior Centers investments
The Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) is pleased to award 39 senior centers through the Support Senior Centers funding opportunity. This investment provides support to senior centers across King County and in each district of the region to establish the King County Senior Center Network. Washington’s population is aging, including here in King County. … Continue reading The VSHSL announces latest Senior Centers investments
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