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This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Support, Advocacy, Growth and Employment (SAGE) team at DESC, which emphasizes a holistic approach to client care. SAGE integrates therapy, medication management, and peer counseling to address clients’ physical, emotional, medical, social, and spiritua...

King County Metro General Manager Michelle Allison received the Woman of Influence award from the Puget Sound Business Journal in recognition of her impactful leadership and commitment to community transformation in the region’s transit system. This accolade was presented at a Seattle ceremony, h...

On November 20, the Garfield School-Based Health Center (SBHC) team, representing the Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic and Seattle Children’s Hospital, hosted members from Public Health–Seattle & King County and the Washington School-Based Health Alliance. The visit highlighted the effective co...

The NIH Extramural Loan Repayment Program deadline has been extended to Dec. 4, 2025. Eligible awardees can receive up to $100,000 for qualified educational debt repayment over a two-year award period, with an additional 39% for tax payments. There are no limits on the number of renewal applicati...

The Hoh Indian Tribe and the Washington State Department of Commerce have signed a historic memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing government-to-government relations. This agreement aims to remove administrative barriers, enhance communication, and implement culturally appropriate data pr...

Caregiving plays a vital role in connecting individuals and strengthening communities, especially among veterans and their families. The VA recognizes the importance of support networks for caregivers, who often face unique challenges. To enhance these connections, the VA has launched various ini...

The Seattle City Council’s budget committee has unanimously approved the 2026 budget, which features record investments aimed at enhancing safety and affordability for working families. The budget includes $349.5 million for affordable housing—more than five times what was invested in 2019—and ad...

Seattle has launched a Commercial E-Cargo Bike Program to integrate electric cargo bikes into the logistics of local businesses. This initiative aims to reduce transportation costs, enhance delivery efficiency, and promote sustainability. Businesses can now apply for permits to use e-cargo bikes,...

The Seattle City Council’s budget committee has unanimously approved the 2026 budget, emphasizing significant investments in safety and affordability for working families. Key areas of focus include affordability, homelessness, public safety, and community building. The budget allocates a record ...

Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) in Seattle play a crucial role in enhancing the unique characteristics of local neighborhoods through community-driven initiatives. There are 11 BIAs, each established by local businesses and organizations, which fund tailored services and programs via ratepayer ...

Twenty years ago, a woman began experiencing flashbacks of sexual abuse by her father, which she initially struggled to accept due to the lack of visual clarity in her memories. After confiding in her husband, she was met with disbelief, deepening her internal conflict. Despite evidence of her fa...

Veteran peer support programs are crucial for helping veterans reintegrate into civilian life, providing a network of support through shared experiences. Peer support specialists, often veterans themselves, offer guidance, emotional support, and practical assistance to those facing challenges suc...

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers a framework for achieving balance and harmony during the holiday season through dialectical thinking. This approach emphasizes the importance of recognizing and validating multiple perspectives, which can help individuals navigate the emotional complexiti...

Irreversible changes to the bodies of minors before they reach sexual maturity, particularly regarding fertility due to long-term puberty suppression, raise concerns among lawmakers and authorities about providing puberty blockers to transgender youth. Despite these widespread assertions, the imp...

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted the mental health of individuals in developing countries, particularly among impoverished urban populations. A study assessed the mental health status of slum dwellers following the pandemic, involving structured interviews with 404 participants from Ju...

The completion of the Rainier Avenue South Bus Lane project has been announced, extending the northbound bus-only lane from South Walden Street to South Grand Street. This initiative by the Seattle Department of Transportation aims to enhance the reliability of Route 7, which serves an average of...

Seattle Indian Health Board has secured significant funding to enhance women’s mental and physical health services after a competitive selection process involving more than 4,000 organizations globally. Esther Lucero, president and CEO, expressed gratitude for the funding, which is crucial amid f...