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Palliative care for people experiencing homelessness (PEH) is increasingly recognized as a pressing social issue. A study analyzed 75 Canadian policy documents related to palliative care and homelessness to assess how policymakers address this concern. The findings revealed that 42 documents lack...

The Seattle Human Services Department has launched a request for proposals (RFP) to distribute nearly $15 million aimed at enhancing community safety. This funding initiative is designed to support a continuum of services focused on prevention, intervention, and restoration, specifically targetin...

MultiCare will host its eighth annual Bridge to Brunch 5K run/walk on Saturday, Oct. 11, at 8:30 a.m. in Spokane, Washington. The event aims to raise funds for the MultiCare Academy for Students in Healthcare (M.A.S.H.) Camp, a free program for high school students to explore healthcare careers. ...

More than 200 girls from Zambia, Malawi, and Zimbabwe participated in CAMFED’s STEM camps held in August 2025. These camps, co-hosted with local ministries of education and the National Inventors Hall of Fame, aimed to inspire girls from rural communities to explore careers in science, technology...

Fifteen years ago, Loretta Borowski sought support after being diagnosed with a degenerative eye condition that forced her to stop driving. A neighbor introduced her to Eastside Friends of Seniors, and she has been an integral part of the community since. Loretta has served for the past 10 years ...

Shanda Boyett serves as the board president of FamilyWorks Seattle, bringing a wealth of experience in leadership and community engagement. With a background in social work, she is passionate about supporting families and advocating for mental health resources. Boyett is dedicated to fostering a ...

Alcohol intoxication results from consuming alcohol faster than the body can metabolize it, leading to various physical and mental impairments. Symptoms include slurred speech, impaired judgment, and decreased coordination. The severity of intoxication is influenced by factors such as body weight...

Plan Year 2026 Health Insurance Marketplace registration and training is now available for returning agents and brokers. The resources include dynamic list information and webinar slides, with the data dated Sept. 22, 2025. This training focuses on the necessary steps and requirements for agents ...

Plan Year 2026 Health Insurance Marketplace registration and training is now available for new agents and brokers. The resources include dynamic list information and webinar slides specifically designed to aid in understanding the registration process. The data for this information was last updat...

Women and children facing domestic and family violence (DFV) often have complex health needs and barriers to accessing care, which can increase their risk of homelessness. A rapid review identified outreach primary health care programs for these individuals in middle- and high-income countries. R...

A pilot program in Taiwan has introduced Hospital-at-Home (HaH), an alternative care model providing hospital-level treatment in patients’ homes. A study evaluated HaH outcomes for patients with pneumonia, urinary tract infections, or soft tissue infections from August 2024 to January 2025, invol...

Molly Ebel serves as a creative engagement specialist at Aging Wisdom, where her role has evolved over three years as she works with diverse clients and families. Inspired by her family’s caregiving journey for her parents, she pursued a University of Washington certificate in gerontology, fuelin...

Community Roots Housing has appointed Colleen Echohawk as its new chief executive officer, effective Oct. 6, following the retirement of longtime CEO Chris Persons at the end of the month. Echohawk brings over 20 years of experience, having previously served as executive director of Chief Seattle...

The Together Center recently held a successful Community Resource Extravaganza attended by more than 350 people. Future plans include a brainstorming session at a TC Advisory Council meeting to plan the next annual event. The Center is also hosting a Senior Art Show in collaboration with the Redm...

For 16 years, ODMF has provided services to families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from various communities. The ODMF Family Resource Center offers resources, services, and programs in 23 languages. They are leading the development of the Multicultural Village a...

East King County celebrated its annual Welcoming Week from Sept. 12-21. The campaign encouraged mutual understanding between immigrants and non-immigrants through a series of events and activities, fostering a sense of belonging for all. This year’s theme was “Stories We Tell.” Among the events h...