Paola Fernandez joined the Human Services Department’s Aging and Disability Services division in 2024. As we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, Paola writes about her passion for guiding clients—many of whom have language barriers—and helping them believe in their own power and potential. What is your role at Seattle Human… [ Keep reading ]
September is Healthy Aging Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about the unique needs of older adults and their caregivers. Across the nation, the number of people aged 65 and older has grown nearly five times faster than the general population in recent years, and 1 in 6 people in… [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle Human Services Department announced today the launch a Request for Proposals (RFP) process that will provide nearly $15 million to advance a connected continuum of prevention, intervention and restoration related to community safety. Selected providers will offer services to reduce gun violence, stabilize individuals and families,… [ Keep reading ]
On a night to celebrate the accomplishments of youth from across the city, Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP) interns gathered for an End of Internship Celebration on Aug. 19 surrounded by glass containers of sea animals at the Seattle Aquarium. Mayor Bruce Harrell spoke at the event, offering words of… [ Keep reading ]
Job Golla (he/him/his) is an intern in the Human Services Department working directly on the Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP) with Kamal De Campos. Job recently graduated from the University of Washington Bothell with a degree in media and communication studies. What made you decide to join HSD as an… [ Keep reading ]
Community Corner highlights the work of Seattle Human Services’ community partners in their own words. Our goal is to gather stories and photos that illustrate their amazing work on behalf of the people of Seattle. This post was provided by Rehana Lanewala and Kirby Lochner at FamilyWorks (also follow on… [ Keep reading ]
Lilyanna McDade is an intern in the Human Services Department working in the Director’s Office with Deputy Director Maggie Thompson and Policy and Program Advisor Brianna Thomas as part of the Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Lilyanna recently graduated from Bellevue College with an associate’s degree in criminal justice and… [ Keep reading ]
We want to hear from you! If you are an adult age 60 or older, an adult with a disability, or a family caregiver in King County, Aging and Disability Services is inviting you to participate in a focus group or complete a survey. We’re looking for input that will… [ Keep reading ]
Ken Astrein has been working with Seattle Human Services for 36 years. He writes about what led him to community development work and his passion for helping communities develop the infrastructure needed to promote healthy, thriving neighborhoods. What is your role at Seattle Human Services? Senior Community Development Specialist –… [ Keep reading ]
Supporting People with Disabilities in Seattle This year marks 35 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law. Signed into law on July 26, 1990, the ADA is a major civil rights law that protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination. It helps make sure everyone has equal access… [ Keep reading ]
