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My Girlfriend is Pregnant. What Do I Do?
My girlfriend has just revealed that she is pregnant, which can lead to a mix of overwhelming emotions and questions. It’s important to take time to process personal feelings about the pregnancy, such as fear, anxiety, or even excitement. Understanding these emotions helps in deciding how to appr...
Tabitha Haly’s Long Road Back to Work: Why Social Security Representation and Work Incentives Matter
Tabitha Haly, born with spinal muscular atrophy, faced significant challenges throughout her life but successfully built a career in finance, eventually becoming a vice president at JPMorgan Chase. Her achievements were jeopardized when her Medicaid benefits, crucial for her home health aides, we...
What is the difference between Standard DBT and RO-DBT?
Standard Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) differ primarily in their target populations and therapeutic focuses. Standard DBT, developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan, is intended for individuals with emotional dysregulation, such as those with bo...
Decades of progress for students in foster care are under threat
Graduation rates for students in foster care in Washington have increased significantly, from 36.1% in 2013 to 51.2% in recent years, nearly doubling the rate of their peers. This progress is the result of two decades of dedicated efforts by lawmakers and organizations. However, proposed state bu...
Celebrating the Heart of Our Community
The Sophia Way, an organization dedicated to helping women experiencing homelessness, has been celebrating the commitment of its volunteers. The nonprofit organization, which has grown from a small group of individuals to a large community, provides a place of hope and change for women in need. V...
Youth Leadership Collective: A Movement in the Making
Bike Works is launching the Youth Leadership Collective, a $450,000 initiative aimed at fostering youth leadership and empowering young people to take charge of their development. Recognizing the need for inclusive leadership opportunities, the program encourages youth to not only participate in ...
ACRS Names Kendee Yamaguchi as New CEO Following National Search
Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) has appointed Kendee Yamaguchi as its new chief executive officer, effective June 2, 2025, following a comprehensive national search. Yamaguchi brings more than 20 years of executive leadership experience across various sectors, including federal, stat...
Ed Ewing on ‘The Day with Trae’
In the April 7, 2025, episode of “The Day with Trae,” host Trae Holiday interviews Ed Ewing, highlighting his contributions to the cycling community and his efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in the sport. Ewing discusses his personal journey and the challenges he has encountered in advoc...
From Shalimar: A time for courage
In a heartfelt message, Shalimar Gonzales, CEO of Solid Ground, addresses the pressing challenges faced by marginalized communities, particularly immigrants, LGBTQ individuals, and BIPOC populations. She expresses the fear and anger that many feel in response to recent threats from the federal go...
Aging from the Inside: A Glimpse into the Emotional World of Aging
Aging involves more than physical changes; it deeply impacts identity, relationships, and meaning. Many older adults experience a loss of routine and purpose after retirement, which can feel disorienting. The grief from losing a lifelong partner adds to this emotional burden, reshaping daily life...
Celebrating a year of growth: the Tri-Cities Outpatient Mental Health Program
This spring marks the one-year anniversary of the Tri-Cities Outpatient Mental Health (OPMH) program, launched in April 2024 to address growing mental health needs in Benton and Franklin counties. The program aims to reduce the wait time for mental health services and supports youth up to age 21 ...
Reclaiming Hope: Inside Praisealujah’s Men’s & Women’s Treatment
Praisealujah offers essential support services, including food, housing, and recovery programs, to individuals in need. The organization aims to expand its outreach to assist more people by encouraging donations. Community engagement is fostered through various events, such as the monthly “Church...
"Church Beyond The 4 Walls"-1st Sundays Monthly
Praisealujah offers vital services to individuals in need, including food, housing, and recovery programs. The organization encourages community involvement to expand its outreach. A key initiative is the “Church Beyond the 4 Walls” program, which runs a free drive-thru food giveaway on the first...
Protect child support payments to families on TANF - NO on HB 2039
Irene Muller, director of advocacy and outreach for Essentials First, testified before the Washington House Appropriations Committee on April 4, 2025, urging members to reject HB 2039. She highlighted the struggles of low-income families relying on TANF grants, which provide only 8-11% of the nee...
Volunteering with Eastside Friends of Seniors
Volunteering as a driver for Eastside Friends of Seniors (EFS) offers a meaningful way to connect with and support seniors. A recent experience involved giving a ride to Gilly, a woman in her 70s, highlighting the simplicity and impact of the service. After signing up through the EFS portal, the ...
From Participant to Role Model Volunteer
Rutha, a dedicated volunteer at Atlantic Street Center (ASC), reflects on her transformative experiences as a participant in the organization’s programs. Growing up, she engaged in various activities, including the Teen Technology and After School programs, which helped her develop social skills ...
37 Years of Lifting Up Little Learners
In March 1988, Wellspring Family Services launched a unique program, the Morningsong Homeless Families Support Center, which has evolved into the Wellspring Early Learning Center (ELC). Now, 37 years later, the ELC remains the only program in Washington state dedicated to children ages 1 to 5 aff...
This Solid Ground volunteer is ready to answer the call(s)
Andrea Mann is a dedicated volunteer at Solid Ground, where she assists individuals seeking help with issues like housing and public benefits. Operating the front desk, she listens to clients’ stories and connects them with appropriate services. Her empathetic approach has earned her praise from ...
Thank You!
Thank you to the community for supporting Boyer Children’s Clinic during the 2025 Inspiring Journeys Gala, which raised a record-breaking $813,000. This remarkable achievement ensures Boyer continues to be a vital resource for families. The success of the event was made possible by the contributi...
The Appetite 136: Clarifying What Matters: An Overview of Psychedelics
Join Temple Morris, LCSW-C, and Dr. Brian Pilecki, PhD, as they engage in a deep conversation with Opal co-founders Kara Bazzi, LMFT, and Dr. Lexi Giblin, PhD, exploring the therapeutic potential of psychedelics. The discussion aims to articulate experiences often deemed “beyond language,” highli...