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LATEST NEWS: Sewer line has been fixed
The sewer line at the American Legion Hall has been successfully repaired. As a result, the shelter will resume its regular breakfast service tomorrow, operating from 7 to 11 a.m.
LATEST NEWS: Shelter closed for repairs August 18
A main sewer line between the Legion Hall and 37th Avenue SW has broken, necessitating repairs that are set to begin at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 18. As a result, the Warm Up Center and breakfast services will be canceled until the repairs are completed. Signs will be posted to inform clients abo...
Hope Lives Here - DOVE Giving Day
On August 19, coinciding with World Humanitarian Day, the DOVE Project will launch the inaugural Hope Lives Here Giving Day, a 24-hour campaign aimed at raising funds for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault on Vashon Island. All donations will remain local, supporting crucial progra...
The Benefits of a Partial Hospitalization Program for Addiction Recovery at Lakeside-Milam
Partial hospitalization programs (PHP) at Lakeside Milam offer a structured treatment option for individuals recovering from addiction. These programs provide intensive care while allowing patients to return home in the evenings, balancing support and independence. PHP is beneficial for those who...
New at the farm: drip irrigation, a giant pumpkin, and twice as much pizza dough
This summer, Solid Ground’s Giving Garden at Marra Farm is introducing its first drip irrigation system, which promises to enhance water efficiency and reduce weed growth. The farm is already growing a giant pumpkin weighing over 1,000 pounds, a project born from collaboration with a neighbor kno...
King County and City of Seattle partner on region’s second Crisis Care Center location
King County and the City of Seattle are advancing plans for a second Crisis Care Center to address rising behavioral health and substance use crises in the region. Following a supportive letter from Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, King County Executive Shannon Braddock proposed establishing the cent...
Polysubstance Use in Young Adults: A Growing Concern
Polysubstance use among young adults is increasingly concerning, as it poses significant risks to health and well-being. This trend involves the simultaneous use of multiple substances, which can lead to unpredictable and dangerous interactions. Research indicates that young adults are more likel...
Finding His Voice: Omar’s Story of Healing and Hope
Omar, a young man from El Salvador, faced relentless bullying throughout his childhood due to a physical difference affecting one of his ears. This led to deep emotional pain, panic attacks, and a strained relationship with his father, who viewed vulnerability as weakness. To cope, Omar suppresse...
Amazon Supports STEAM
Partnering with Amazon has significantly enhanced ReWA’s Youth Program by incorporating advanced robotics into the STEAM curriculum. Students, particularly those with limited access to technology, are acquiring vital 21st-century skills in coding, engineering, and automation through hands-on expe...
The Appetite 140: Parenting the Competitive Athlete: A Mother-Daughter Conversation
A recent episode of “The Appetite” podcast features a conversation between Kara Bazzi, an experienced athlete and mother, and her daughter Sophia, a soon-to-be collegiate athlete. They reflect on their journey through high school sports, focusing on the complexities of parenting a competitive ath...
The Appetite 139: From Rules to Trust: Opal’s Meal Support Approach
Opal Food and Body offers a meal support program called “The Appetite 139,” designed to help individuals develop a healthier relationship with food. This program focuses on providing guidance and support during meals, promoting mindfulness and awareness of eating habits. Participants learn to rec...
The Appetite 138: The Role of Relationships in Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are intricately linked to relationships and can significantly influence both the onset and recovery from these disorders. In a recent episode of The Appetite podcast, Kara Bazzi, co-founder and clinical director of Opal, converses with therapist Nikki Wolf about the importance of...
The Appetite 137: Self Inquiry Series: Crop Top Bravery and Back into Dating
The Appetite #137 explores the intricate relationship between food, body image, and emotional wellness. It emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s hunger cues and body signals in fostering a healthy relationship with food. The piece highlights various strategies to cultivate mindfulness ...
Podcast: Legal leaders talk about the program that taught them “you belong”
The Washington Leadership Institute (WLI), a project of the Washington State Bar Association and the University of Washington School of Law, released a podcast celebrating 20 years of fostering the next generation of legal leaders. The podcast series aims to share the knowledge, unity, and empowe...
Welcome Bianca and Deyanira
The Eastside Legal Assistance Program (ELAP) has added two bilingual legal services coordinators to its team. Bianca Reynaga, who previously worked at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, joined in June. Deyanira Armenta Gonzalez, who has experience as a domestic violenc...
Meet the 2025 Uncork the Night Chairs
Tickets are now available for the final Uncork the Night event, set for Oct. 4 at the W Bellevue. The event will be led by Lindsay Rucker from Greet West Bellevue Magazine and Sophia Siu, a Bellevue LifeSpring board member. This gala marks the conclusion of a 20-year tradition that has raised fun...
More than 60 MultiCare physicians named ‘Top Doctors’ by Seattle Magazine
Seattle Magazine has recognized more than 60 MultiCare physicians in its 25th annual “Top Doctors” issue, highlighting the best physicians in the Puget Sound region. The selection process involved nominations from licensed physicians in the area, facilitated by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a hea...
Mark and the purple bike
Mark Epstein, a retired history teacher from Rainier Beach High School, reflects on his legacy of cycling as he shares the story of his enduring Trek 920 bike, which he purchased in 1998 from Bike Works, South Seattle’s only bike shop. Mark rides his bike to school daily, emphasizing its signific...
Plan for the future with a will
August is National Make-A-Will Month, a reminder for everyone to ensure they have an up-to-date will. A will protects your wishes, allows for the distribution of your assets according to your preferences, and offers relief to your family during a challenging time. Without a will, the state decide...
Youth & young adults: Know your rights
ELAP, a King County-based nonprofit, offers free legal aid and resources to those who can’t afford a lawyer. It has gathered a collection of “Know Your Rights” resources specifically for young people aged 16 to 24 navigating the immigration system for the first time. These resources provide essen...