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For older adults, isolation can lead to serious issues such as depression, cognitive decline, and increased mortality. However, connection can transform lives. At Eastside Friends of Seniors, 93% of seniors report feeling less lonely due to the support they receive. Simple acts like transportatio...

The inaugural Enterprise Nexus event took place in Seattle, organized by WorkSource Seattle-King County and the Seattle Public Library, aiming to support Black entrepreneurs and small business owners. The event featured diverse entrepreneurs, business leaders, and resource organizations, emphasiz...

Pregnancy can be an overwhelming surprise, raising numerous questions about next steps. Understanding how far along you are can be achieved through tracking ovulation or a viability ultrasound, which can confirm gestational age and pregnancy viability. If you’re uncertain about the father’s ident...

June 8, 2025, marked the end of a rewarding seven-month volunteering journey with a local senior through Eastside Friends of Seniors, an organization that offers essential services to the elderly. The final visit was a time for reflection, highlighting the personal connections formed and the valu...

Join the Edible Hope Kitchen for its annual fall fundraiser on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Old Stove Brewery in Ballard. This event aims to raise funds to support the mission of providing nutritious meals to those in need, with more than 40,000 meals served each year. Last year, t...

Paola Fernandez, a bilingual counselor and case manager in Seattle’s Human Services Department, has been dedicated to supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities since joining the Aging and Disability Services division in 2024. Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, she empha...

More than half of surveyed teens are using AI companions, finding them supportive and meaningful, akin to interactions with friends. These digital tools provide a safe space for discussing feelings and alleviating loneliness. However, mental health experts caution against reliance on AI, noting t...

In January 2025, the CDC reported several deaths among children under 18 from a severe form of influenza-associated encephalopathy (IAE) known as acute necrotizing encephalopathy (ANE). Due to a lack of national surveillance for IAE, the CDC requested clinicians and health departments to report U...

A study examined how increased benefits from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) affected households enrolled in both programs. In the spring of 2020, 25 parents participating in WIC and SNAP sh...

A study examined the impact of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participation on cognitive decline in older adults over ten years. Using data from SNAP-eligible participants in the Health and Retirement Study, researchers analyzed biennial data from 2010 to 2020. They employed lin...

A study aims to address the negative effects of inadequate nutrition and lack of physical activity on older adults, particularly exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic in San Antonio, Texas. The pandemic disrupted Older Americans Act (OAA) nutrition services, leading to a decline in social, economi...

As autumn arrives, many people face challenges related to food security, housing, and financial stability. The United Way of King County provides year-round resources to assist those in need. Their website serves as a comprehensive resource for individuals seeking help with food, housing, health ...

The City of Bellevue is seeking new members for the Bellevue Network on Aging, a group dedicated to promoting healthy aging in the community. Interested individuals can apply online until Friday, Oct. 19. The Network on Aging raises awareness about the needs and resources available to older adult...

KCDRC’s KC CONNECT initiative builds on the legacy of peer mediation to empower youth and families across King County. The program aims to prepare young people to manage conflicts and lead their communities in response to systemic injustices. With a focus on inclusivity, KC CONNECT offers worksho...

September is designated as Healthy Aging Month, focusing on the needs of older adults and their caregivers. The Aging and Disability Services (ADS) division in Seattle addresses these needs by providing various long-term services and supports. The Community Living Connections (CLC) hotline offers...

At Tesla STEM High School, the Mental Health Club, co-led by Naomi and Dhaani, has become a vital space for students to discuss mental health and support one another. In their first meeting of the school year, members shared personal experiences related to summer activities, academic pressures, a...

Jennifer Scully has been a committed supporter of youth mental health for 14 years, inspired by her attendance at the Invest in Youth Breakfast, an event organized by Youth Eastside Services (YES). Each year, she finds the event transformative, particularly moved by the youth speakers who share t...

Consumers transitioning from Marketplace coverage to Medicare coverage should terminate their Marketplace coverage when they are eligible for Medicare. This ensures that individuals do not have overlapping coverage, which can lead to confusion and potential penalties. It is important for consumer...