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The IHDD Pilot Grant Program is currently accepting applications for its 2026 cycle. This program is designed to support innovative research related to intellectual and developmental disabilities. The funding provided is aimed at helping researchers generate preliminary data, explore new ideas, a...

King County Metro is actively recruiting part-time transit operators to enhance bus service across the region. Applications are open until Jan. 23, with no prior experience required. The agency offers around two months of paid training, during which trainees will work towards obtaining a Washingt...

Veteran Esther Frias, who grew up in Los Angeles, felt compelled to join the military after the Sept. 11 attacks. During her service from 2009 to 2011, she endured military sexual trauma, which affected her mental health upon returning home. Struggling with PTSD and the fear of losing custody of ...

The Seattle Indian Health Board (SIHB) is hiring for several positions aimed at enhancing Native healthcare. Current openings include Senior Program Manager, Mental Health Specialist/Case Manager, Community Relations Advocate, and Medical Assistant. The Community Relations Advocate greets patient...

The Washington State Department of Health has announced disciplinary actions against several health care providers as of January 14, 2026. Key updates include the release of certified nursing assistant Yvette Verduzco-Alvarez from monitoring, and the denial of home care aide credential for Nicole...

People in Washington can now access same-day help for opioid use disorder through the expanded Telebuprenorphine (Telebupe) Hotline. The Washington State Department of Health is partnering with the University of Washington to make this service available statewide. Residents can call 206-289-0287 ...

Sound Generations is accepting nominations for the annual Inspire Positive Aging Awards, which honor the achievements of older adults in Western Washington. Over the past 20 years, the awards have recognized more than 550 individuals. Last year saw a record 63 nominations, up from the usual 25-30...

Army veteran Keith McCarter faced severe health challenges after experiencing end-stage heart failure at just 25 years old. In 2011, he underwent surgery to install a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) and an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD). Over three years, McCarter managed his ...

Camp Corral, a program supported by DAV, will return this summer for its 14th year, offering no-cost weeklong summer camps to children of disabled veterans or those who died in service. From June through August, 23 camps will be held across the country for children ages 8 to 15. Camp Corral aims ...

Keri Pollock serves as the Director of Marketing and Communications at Aging Wisdom. Her journey into the aging field began 30 years ago when she joined an architectural firm focusing on senior housing. Pollock credits her mentors for shaping her understanding of aging from a biopsychosocial pers...

Washington State ABLE is seeking feedback from community partners through a new survey aimed at improving the sharing of disability resources. The survey is open until January 31, 2026. The initiative is part of WA ABLE’s efforts to enhance outreach and support for organizations involved in disab...

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project is hosting free Know Your Rights (KYR) webinars to help community members understand their legal rights. The webinars will address key topics such as what to do when approached by police or immigration officials and how recent executive actions on immigration ma...

Cancer affects many Veterans annually, prompting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to enhance their care through the National Oncology Program (NOP). This initiative focuses on innovations in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, ensuring Veterans receive the latest medical advanceme...

Taiyaa Roundtree, a Navy Veteran, faced homelessness after health issues prevented him from completing boot camp. In 2022, while waiting at a library, he connected with another Veteran who informed him about the help available through VA programs and Catholic Charities. Encouraged, Roundtree reac...

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) announced a new funding opportunity of $231 million to support the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which received over 8 million contacts in 2025. The lifeline, launched in July 2022, is a national network of over 200 local...

The Center for Active Living will be closed on January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and on February 16 for Presidents Day. Members are advised to plan accordingly. Additional information about the Center’s hours and activities is available for those interested.

Zoe Rohaly and Dustin Howe are the founders of EMC Companies, a project and vendor management firm focused on community service. Both have diverse backgrounds; Zoe has experience in event planning and marine construction, while Dustin has a history in custom home building and property management....

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a new ruling that limits the circumstances under which disability benefits can be apportioned to dependents. Apportionment allows the VA to pay a portion of a beneficiary’s monetary benefits directly to their dependents. The VA will no lo...

Eligible veterans can now submit and track mileage-only travel claims using the VA: Health and Benefits mobile app. This feature, announced by the VA in August, aims to simplify the reimbursement process by reducing the need for paper claims and speeding up processing times. The app automatically...