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Tasha Murphy, a senior research scientist at the University of Washington, emphasizes the link between emotional distress and physical pain in children. Her research highlights that emotions like anxiety and fear can cause significant discomfort. Murphy is motivated to serve on ELAP’s Board of Di...

A new commentary by Dr. Gary Stobbe published in the journal Autism Research highlights the challenges faced by nonspeaking autistic individuals, who represent a significant portion of the autistic community. Many of these individuals lack access to effective communication tools, limiting their o...

Seattle’s RapidRide J Line project is progressing as the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) and Seattle Public Utilities finish upgrading over 9,000 feet of water main. This infrastructure work, which took place beneath Eastlake Avenue E and the University District, was essential before ...

Tina Telles, a client of Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC), has lived at The Morrison Hotel since 2019, receiving essential support for her mental and physical health. The Seattle Times featured her story, highlighting her struggles with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and a physical disa...

Snoqualmie Valley Health has received $1 million in federal funding to support its $147 million expansion of the HUB ambulatory clinic. This funding aims to enhance access to primary care, outpatient surgery, and specialty services for the growing Snoqualmie Valley community. CEO Renée Jensen sta...

Veterans and their family members will see changes in how they receive IRS Form 1095-B, which indicates health coverage for the year. Due to updates in the Affordable Care Act, the IRS no longer requires this form for federal tax filing, leading the VA to stop mailing it automatically. While the ...

Beginning this month, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will publicly disclose the amounts it pays to VA-accredited attorneys and claim agents who assist Veterans with disability claims. While the practice of paying attorneys from the money owed to Veterans upon claim approval is establishe...

Sarah, a retiree, is taking on new challenges, like learning to ski with her grandkids. Having struggled with her parents’ aging journey, she sought proactive planning for her own future through Aging Wisdom. This consultation focuses on creating a personalized roadmap to address health, financia...

The Rev. Canon Britt Olson delivered a sermon at St. Luke’s Annual Meeting, marking his tenth year in this tradition. He focused on the theme “Called to be Saints,” referencing the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, emphasizing that all followers of Jesus are considered saints, regardless ...

Nick, a 73-year-old volunteer, has returned to the Senior Meals program after completing his chemotherapy treatment. A dedicated volunteer since 2017, Nick has lived in Seattle for most of his life, holding various jobs before retiring. He joined the program to stay active and help the community,...

More than 500 people attended the 2025 Creative Economy Career Day at McCaw Hall in Seattle on October 14. This free, annual event showcased various careers in the creative sector. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with industry professionals, attend workshops, and participate in panel dis...

A session titled “Demystifying Your Medical Bills” will take place on February 6, 2026, aimed at helping individuals understand their medical bills. Participants will learn how to navigate billing paperwork, identify errors, and correct them, as well as avoid paying unnecessary charges. The sessi...

Every Veteran receiving health care through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is assigned a primary care physician. With over 9 million Veterans enrolled in the VA health care system, the VA is actively seeking qualified primary care physicians to provide essential care. Primary care at the...

Laura and Ross Comer, a retired audiologist and software engineer, respectively, are dedicated to community service and charitable giving. They actively volunteer and have become steadfast donors to the United Way of King County, focusing on issues like housing and food insecurity. Ross, who work...

Washington Multicultural Services Link (WMSLINK) is providing Family Services Navigation and home visiting support for Seattle families with children ages 0 to 3 who have developmental delays or special health care needs. The program focuses on families from African American and African diaspora ...

A new project called the Positive Parent Strategies ECHO is being launched by UW LEND, funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau. This initiative aims to support parents and caregivers of children aged 3 to 12 with developmental disabilities. Co-led by Sue Adelman and Dr. Katy Bateman, the p...

The Washington State Department of Commerce is reopening the Housing Trust Repair Fund with updated eligibility guidelines. Starting January 26, applications will be accepted for funding aimed at repairing affordable housing units that have received public funding. This fund, which first opened i...

Boys & Girls Clubs of America President & CEO Jim Clark will visit the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County on January 21 and 22 for the Youth Innovation Summit. Scheduled for January 22 at 2:00 PM, the summit will focus on important discussions about young people and technology. A key f...

The Washington State Department of Commerce announced $54.5 million in grants to support the creation of nearly 5,000 affordable housing units across the state. The funding will assist 70 projects in 22 counties, reducing development costs and facilitating the construction of 4,517 affordable uni...

The Washington Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics has developed a toolkit aimed at improving the health of immigrant youth. This resource provides guidance for pediatricians on caring for immigrant children, along with relevant articles and sample forms. The toolkit emphasizes the impo...