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 ]
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 ]
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 written by Crisis Connections. What is your organization’s origin story, and what… [ Keep reading ]
Yleana Benitez (pronounced ee-leh-ana) has been working with HSD’s Mayor’s Office on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault for about 1 1/2 years. They write about being driven by a desire to make a broader, systems-level impact while still honoring the lived experiences of the people and providers we work with!… [ Keep reading ]
Leyla Gheisar has been working with HSD’s Homelessness Division for a little more than seven months. They write about being driven by a strong belief in the possibility of a better world, that meaningful change is possible, and that coworkers can be an incredible resource of knowledge and experience to… [ Keep reading ]
Every May, Older Americans Month (OAM), brings an opportunity to recognize the contributions of older Americans, discuss aging trends, and reassert a commitment to serving older adults in the community. The theme for 2025, “Flip the Script on Aging,” focuses on changing how society perceives, discusses, and addresses aging. The… [ Keep reading ]
HSD’s Victim Support Team (VST) delivers services through two dynamic programs, providing short-term advocacy to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violent crimes. VST advocates and volunteers address immediate safety concerns and offer connections to resources, working in close partnership with the Seattle Police Department and City of… [ Keep reading ]
