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!
Medicaid Unwinding is happening now – Here’s what you need to know
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
Save the date! Veterans, Seniors & Human Services Levy Summit on May 3rd and 4th
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
Nonprofit Wage & Benefits Survey launches today
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
Get Involved! 2023 VSHSL Summit Call for Submissions
The King County Adult Services Division is planning the 2023 Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) Summit! The VSHSL Summit will be held the first week of May, date still TBD. This is an exciting opportunity for community partners to gather together, share experiences, engage in new trainings, and make connections to build a … Continue reading Get Involved! 2023 VSHSL Summit Call for Submissions
As the year draws to a close, King County partnerships continue to open doors to new homes
This week, King County Executive Dow Constantine announced the upcoming opening for Health Through Housing: Salmonberry Lofts, a newly constructed building providing 76 units of permanent supportive housing in Seattle’s Pioneer Square neighborhood. The building will welcome the first residents later this month and is operated by Chief Seattle Club, an organization with a local … Continue reading As the year draws to a close, King County partnerships continue to open doors to new homes