A message from DCHS Director, Leo Flor on the King County Refugee Resettlement Hotel program: “When he entered their private room and saw they had a small kitchen with a two-burner stove and a sink that spit out clear water, he called his mom in Afghanistan. “We have everything in here,” he [Ahmad] told her.” …
Continue reading ➞ Moving stories from the King County Refugee Resettlement Hotel program
If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or suicidal ideation you can call Crisis Connections or one of these lines for support: Children’s Crisis Outreach Services (CCORS), 206-461-3222 Call a crisis line such as King County’s Crisis Line 206-461-3222 or visit http://www.CrisisConnections.org, available 24/7, 365, to help link you to available and…
Continue reading ➞ Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health on Vashon Island
In April, more than 56 percent of King County voters approved the Crisis Care Centers levy! This is a generational opportunity to improve our behavioral health system and deliver care to King County residents! The core components of this initative include crisis care, walk-in services, and residential treatment, in addition to strengthening this critical workforce.…
Continue reading ➞ Meet your new Crisis Care Centers Initiative Planning Team!
Beginning June 1st, many King County residents enrolled in Apple Health will be at risk of losing their health insurance. As the federal government ends the COVID emergency orders, states are raising awareness about the potential loss of Medicaid benefits. It’s anticipated that over 100,000 people in King County could be at risk of losing…
Continue reading ➞ Medicaid Unwinding is happening now – Here’s what you need to know
Mark your calendars for this May 3rd and 4th! The Veterans, Seniors & Human Services Levy (VSHSL) will be hosting the 2023 VSHSL Summit for all VSHSL community partners! Join us for an interactive Summit that includes an in-person and livestream option. This year’s Summit will include engaging presentations, panel discussions, and an opportunity to…
Continue reading ➞ Save the date! Veterans, Seniors & Human Services Levy Summit on May 3rd and 4th
Today, part one of the two-part King County Nonprofit Wage & Benefits Survey is now live! The 2023 King County Nonprofit Wage & Benefits and Employee Engagement surveys are underway, and we are calling on nonprofits in the region—specifically an Executive Director, Human Resources staff, or a Finance Manager—who has access to staff compensation information…
Continue reading ➞ Nonprofit Wage & Benefits Survey launches today
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