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Persons experiencing housing instability (PEHIs) face significant health risks and often have poor health outcomes, high use of clinical services, and increased mortality. A study conducted through focus groups at two homeless shelters in Kentucky examined how Medicaid managed care organizations ...

A study in Hamilton, Ontario, examined the impact of service restrictions on individuals experiencing homelessness who were denied access to emergency shelters. Researchers interviewed 20 participants who faced these restrictions and reviewed their medical records from 2018 to 2021. On average, p...

Join Chuck’s Hop Shop in Seward Park for a Drag Bingo event benefiting Westside Neighbors Shelter on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 7 p.m. The event will feature opportunities to drink, win prizes, and make donations to support the shelter. Attendees are encouraged to participate and contribute to this wort...

Nearly 80% of adults prefer to remain in their own homes as they age, as aging in place promotes better health by keeping older adults active, reducing stress, and strengthening emotional well-being through connections with friends and neighbors. Research indicates that strong social ties can sig...

Every Friday at 5 p.m., All Souls and Shelter Church Seattle host a community dinner at the Westside Neighbors Shelter, located in the American Legion Hall, 3620 SW Alaska St. This event is open to everyone, regardless of faith, and aims to foster community spirit. Attendees are invited to enjoy ...

ELAP (Eastside Legal Assistance Program) is facing a high demand for family law attorneys and is unable to meet the current need in its virtual family law clinics. The organization is calling for pro bono attorneys to volunteer one to three hours per month from their home or office. ELAP provides...

Dr. Bonnie McGregor founded the Orion Center for Integrative Medicine in 2015, driven by the belief that cancer care must encompass the whole person, integrating psychological support into standard treatment. Her research at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center showed that psychological interve...

Community Roots Housing has scheduled a special PDA Board meeting to take place electronically on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, from 3 to 3:35 p.m. Participants can join the meeting using the provided Zoom link. The meeting ID is 931 6943 7365, and the passcode is 398267. Additionally, Community Roots H...

A simple question can significantly impact mental health and potentially save lives. Asking someone, “Are you okay?” can provide an opportunity for individuals struggling with emotional distress to open up about their feelings. This question serves as a prompt for deeper conversations and demonst...

Sonja Blomdahl, a glass artist from Seattle, faced an unexpected cancer diagnosis in June 2022 after years of routine mammograms. Diagnosed with lobular breast cancer, which often evades detection, she struggled with the emotional and physical challenges of treatment at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer...

Matt and Mary-Pat Beattie have a personal connection to Youth Eastside Services (YES), stemming from their son Jack’s journey with substance use and mental health challenges. Initially referred for counseling at age 13, Jack developed a trusting relationship with his counselor and found a support...

On Aug. 19, 2025, the Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP) held an end-of-internship celebration at the Seattle Aquarium, honoring the achievements of its interns. Mayor Bruce Harrell delivered encouraging remarks and took photos with the interns, who had spent six weeks gaining hands-on exper...

Vibrant Emotional Health and United Suicide Survivors International have collaborated to launch a toolkit aimed at workplace suicide prevention, coinciding with Suicide Prevention Month. This toolkit is designed to equip employers and employees with the necessary resources and strategies to foste...

CAMFED Malawi has been awarded the title of best non-governmental organization (NGO) for girls’ education in Malawi, recognized on Aug. 29, 2025, during the annual NGO Day. Executive Director Susan Silika accepted the award from Dr. Nertha Semphere Mgala, principal secretary for the Ministry of G...

Recent claims regarding DESC’s Bloomside site in Burien have prompted a need for clarification. Bloomside serves 95 individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness, often facing significant health challenges. DESC prioritizes tenants from Burien’s homeless population and collaborates with l...

Mia and Max faced challenges when they relocated their family from Brooklyn to Seattle, particularly affecting their 3-year-old son, Gus. The transition disrupted Gus’s familiar routines, leading to behavioral issues, including physical meltdowns and defiance. In search of help, the family sought...