For years, Abdi Farah worried about losing the home where his family lived. The two-bedroom apartment they rented was in poor condition. Repairs were often delayed, and the family was charged unexpected maintenance fees on top of rent. Afraid of eviction, Abdi paid the bills even when the charges didn’t seem right. That changed after … Continue reading Staying Rooted: How community-driven development is shaping King County
A decade of partnership and persistence brings 154 affordable homes to Issaquah
After a decade of planning, problem-solving and partnership, the King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS), alongside the City of Issaquah and the King County Housing Authority (KCHA) broke ground on Trailhead Apartments, a transit-oriented development that will bring 154 affordable rental homes to Issaquah when it opens in 2028. DCHS helped move … Continue reading A decade of partnership and persistence brings 154 affordable homes to Issaquah
Requests for Proposals: Behavioral Health Needs Survey, Human Services Workforce Stabilization, and more
The Department of Community and Human Services has several Requests for Proposals (RFP) available for your organization’s consideration! See a list of RFPs below with details on how to apply, key dates and deadlines, and more. Find and view all RFPs on our DCHS Funding Opportunities webpage. Best Starts for Kids’ Youth Healing Project Best Starts for … Continue reading Requests for Proposals: Behavioral Health Needs Survey, Human Services Workforce Stabilization, and more
“Music is my life.” How Thomas found home—and a way to share aloha again.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H43tm5MnsTQ For Thomas Ii, music has always been part of who he is. Growing up in Hawaiʻi, on the west side of O'ahu island, he learned to play by listening as family members filled the house with songs on the guitar and ukulele. "I learned it by ear," he said. "The singing just came natural." … Continue reading “Music is my life.” How Thomas found home—and a way to share aloha again.
Executive Zahilay transmits implementation plan and new name for King County’s behavioral health sales tax
The legislation reflects extensive community engagement, modernizes one of King County's most important behavioral health investments, and renames it the King County Behavioral Health Bridge. Executive Girmay Zahilay transmitted legislation to the King County Council that would guide one of the County's largest local investments in behavioral health through 2034, reflecting extensive community engagement to better … Continue reading Executive Zahilay transmits implementation plan and new name for King County’s behavioral health sales tax
What Housing Makes Possible: Providers Reflect on New Data Showing Fewer Jail Bookings Associated with Stable Housing
One of several murals at Sacred Medicine House, a culturally grounded permanent supportive housing community operated by Chief Seattle Club. The building is one of nine King County Health Through Housing locations in Seattle. “When people have a stable home and access to supportive services, they are better able to move beyond crisis and focus … Continue reading What Housing Makes Possible: Providers Reflect on New Data Showing Fewer Jail Bookings Associated with Stable Housing
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