As students across King County settle into a new school year, many families are navigating big transitions — new routines, new environments, new academic pressures, and new social dynamics. For some children and teens, these shifts can intensify feelings of stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. As a result, we want every parent, caregiver, educator, community provider … Continue reading Supporting Youth Mental Health: Free Crisis Services Available for Every Family in King County
New data shows DCHS reached over half a million people in 2025 and other impacts across King County
Every day, the King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) helps residents find stable housing, access behavioral health care, strengthen their financial security, and connect with essential services. The updated 2025 DCHS Data Dashboard brings the scale and impact of that work into focus. In 2025, DCHS-managed programs and activities reached over half a million people across King County—demonstrating both the … Continue reading New data shows DCHS reached over half a million people in 2025 and other impacts across King County
Another record-breaking year: More than 240 young people graduate from King County’s youth reengagement programs
This was originally posted on the Best Starts for Kids blog. Hundreds of young people celebrated earning their secondary credentials (GEDs or high school diplomas) last month, supported by programs in the Department of Community & Human Services’ Children, Youth and Young Adult Division. This marks a second year in a row of record-breaking numbers of youth grads; this year 244 … Continue reading Another record-breaking year: More than 240 young people graduate from King County’s youth reengagement programs
New funding opportunity: King County Youth Diversion and Intervention Program
To ensure all young people have equitable opportunities to be happy, healthy, safe, and thriving members of their communities King County invests in reducing the number of young people in the juvenile legal system and diverting them to community-based resources. The King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) has just released a request … Continue reading New funding opportunity: King County Youth Diversion and Intervention Program
Learn More About the Youth Action Plan Transmitted to Council
The well-being of young people is vital to the success of our communities. The Youth Action Plan is King County’s commitment to youth happiness, health, and community leadership. First adopted by the King County Council in 2015, the Youth Action Plan sets the priorities for King County in how we create and invest in supports for children and young people. “In 2015, the original Youth Action Plan set … Continue reading Learn More About the Youth Action Plan Transmitted to Council
New Funding Opportunity: Family Child Care Facilities Fund
The Housing and Community Development Division (HCD) of the King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) is pleased to announce that the Family Child Care Facilities Fund (FCCFF) 2025 Request for Proposal (RFP) is now open. See the application and timeline below for deadline information. Apply here! This funding opportunity provides home upgrades to … Continue reading New Funding Opportunity: Family Child Care Facilities Fund
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