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 ]
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 Faye Chien, Director of Community Wellness and Social Services at… [ Keep reading ]
We’re celebrating National Community Development Week by shining a light on the good work made possible by the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, raising awareness about the federal support that makes these unique local investments possible. At a time when federal funding is under increased scrutiny in Washington,… [ Keep reading ]
Meredith Clark is a Victim Advocate with HSD’s Crime Survivor Services unit, where she has worked for two years. She writes about how she supports victims during one of the hardest moments of their lives, providing them with a shoulder to lean on, an understanding of what is going on… [ Keep reading ]
HSD is seeking a dedicated and trauma-informed Child Abuse Victim Advocate to join the Crime Survivor Services team, supporting children and families impacted by sexual and physical abuse. This role is essential in helping child survivors and their safe adults navigate the complexities of the criminal justice system — from… [ Keep reading ]
2025 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program now open for applications Fewer than one-third of senior citizens in the United States eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables, which are vital to preventing and treating health problems. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) addresses this public health concern by… [ 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 staff at Empowering Youth and Families Outreach. What is the… [ Keep reading ]
According to the National Coalition for LGBTQ Health, individuals in this community are more likely than the general population to report having poor mental and physical health. They may experience a greater risk of infections, chronic fatigue, and arthritis. A barrier to quality care is the fear of discrimination that can keep… [ Keep reading ]
In the middle of a stretch run of a nine-week hybrid program, the Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Pathways cohort attendees were invited to meet in person for the first time last month at Seattle City Hall. As part of SYEP’s Learn & Earn program, the youth were participating in… [ Keep reading ]
