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Showing posts with label social services. Show all posts

Banchero Friends annual golf tournament to support independent living for developmentally disabled clients

Saturday, August 5, 2023

Annual golf tournament to benefit Banchero Friends
will take place August 30 in Newcastle
On August 30th, Cedar Grove Composting will host their annual golf tournament at China Creek Course at Newcastle to raise funds for Banchero Disability Partners as they continue to provide independent living services for its thirty-six developmentally disabled clients and their families.

Banchero Disability Partners (BDP) has been an integral part of the Shoreline area service providers for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1971. 

This annual golf tournament provides an annual opportunity to reacquaint the local community with the supported living services they provide to their constituents. 

Since its last tournament, prior to the pandemic, BDP has added nearly a dozen clients and completed a campaign to own and occupy a second set of apartments in the Shoreline area. 

The expansion of services to more individuals and their families has brought with it extra demands to hire staff and create new programs. 

“Our amazing staff builds the skill sets of our clients so they can live happily, independently, and safely integrated into their local communities. Funding living wages to attract competent staff to support our clients 24/7 is our priority” says Carol Salter, Executive Director of BDP. 
“The golf tournament, sponsored by Cedar Grove Composting is a great way for us to work with the community and share the amazing stories we experience every day.”

Nyima (right) and Lisa
Banchero Disability Partners owns and operates two apartment buildings in North Seattle and Shoreline, renting apartments to many individuals they serve, as well as to other low-income neurotypical individuals, migrants, and refugees, serving the greater Shoreline community. 

Recently, the City of Shoreline granted them a “Love your Community” grant funding BDP’s annual summer picnic at Paramount School Park on July 23, 2023. 

The Community Integration celebration was attended by approximately 100 individuals, including clients and their staff, family/guardians, and members of BDP’s Board of Directors.

Salter acknowledges “Cedar Grove Composting has been our longest and most generous supporter for over forty years. We are proud to be the non-profit organization they have elected as their focus and look forward to their charity event this month.” 

The Cedar Grove Composting Golf Tournament benefiting Banchero Disability Partners is August 30th at 11am at the China Creek Golf Course in Newcastle with all proceeds benefiting BDP clients. 

Dinner and a small silent auction will follow the tournament and are included in the registration fee. The entry fee is set at $200 for an individual, $750 for a team of four, and an opportunity to advertise your business as a hole sponsor for $1,000. 

Contact Mark Johnson, Fundraising Manager, at Mark@banchero.org or 425-864-5515.



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First episode of King County Recovery Conversations (KCRC) podcast features Shoreline legislator Lauren Davis

Friday, July 28, 2023

The King County Recovery Conversations podcast is LIVE everywhere you listen to podcasts!

The first episode features Rep. Lauren Davis, WRA’s Founding Executive Director, and KCRC Director Heather Venegas. 

Join us as they discuss Lauren’s story, the history of WRA and KCRC, and kick off the podcast.

Listen to real stories of people who are in recovery and be inspired to share your own! 

Our conversations will focus on personal experiences, resources, and supports available for those who are seeking to overcome substance use and mental health challenges. 

Our goal is to inspire hope, reduce stigma, and promote recovery in the King County area and beyond.

We hope you’ll join us and listen in. You’ll find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, Google and Youtube. Episodes drop every 2 weeks on Mondays.
If you or someone you know is struggling, there are resources available.

Washington Recovery Helpline 1-(866)-789-1511

Washington Recovery Helpline is a program of Crisis Connections. They offer an anonymous, confidential 24-hour help line for Washington State residents. This help line is for those experiencing substance use disorder, problem gambling, and/or a mental health challenge.

Call, text, or chat 988 to be connected to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It is confidential, free, and available 24/7/365.

988 Lifeline services are available in Spanish, along with interpretation services in over 250 languages. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, and TTY users, use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988.


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Back-to-school support for youth in foster care through Treehouse

Wednesday, July 26, 2023


SEATTLE, WA – Treehouse, Washington’s leading nonprofit supporting youth in foster care, has announced the start of their back-to-school drive season. 

They are welcoming shoppers and processing funding requests for the next school year. Donations are welcome any time of the year but are especially critical during the summer and into fall as youth and their caregivers get ready for the new school year.

“Over 23,000 items were given away during last year’s back to school season, and 50% of those items came from donation drives,” said Victoria Kutasz, Resources and Operations Director at Treehouse. 
“With the public’s support, we are able to meet the need, and this year, we anticipate an even greater need now that the eligibility for Treehouse programs has expanded to all school-aged youth in Washington state.”

Treehouse’s school-aged programs opened their eligibility to all youth in foster care across the state on April 3, 2023 making thousands more youth eligible to shop in the Treehouse Store or place funding requests for such expenses as school fees and extracurricular activities.

Individuals, companies and community organizations can support youth experiencing foster care this summer in a variety of ways.

The simplest way to help is to purchase items from their Amazon wish list at treehouseforkids.org/wishlist
This list is kept up to date with the items most requested by youth and their caregivers.

In 2022, over 1,000 youth and their caregivers statewide were supported during July and August through in-person shopping, fulfilling online orders, processing funding requests and popup shops.

In addition to the more than 23,000 items were given away through the Treehouse Store, Just-in-Time Funding approved 810 requests totaling almost $142,000. The requests ranged from extracurricular activities and school fees to personal care and technology.

About Treehouse

Treehouse envisions — and strives to create — a world where every child who has experienced foster care has the opportunities and support they need to pursue their dreams and launch successfully into independence. 

We directly support and work alongside more than 6,000 youth in foster care in Washington State, as well as their caregivers, educators, school administrators, and social workers, to ensure each young person has an individualized plan and network. 

We also advocate for systems-level change, informed by our on-the-ground expertise. Through direct programs and advocacy, Treehouse is uniquely positioned to close the opportunity gap and positively change the outcomes of youth who have experienced foster care.



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NUHSA: Helpful support resources

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Helpful Support Resources - compiled by NUHSA

New King County Hotline for Eviction Help

The new Tenant Resource Line is available for any low-income renter with an eviction notice or summons, subsidy termination notice, or who requires a reasonable accommodation due to a disability. Tenants will be screened and provided with legal advice, self-help resources, or legal representation as available. Interpretation services available. (Mon.-Fri. 9am-1pm)
CONTACT: Call 206.580.0762 or 1.855.485.8767 for help.

King County Child Care Financial Assistance Program

King County has allocated $7 million of its federal ARPA funding to support families with the cost of their child care. For more details, visit the grant website here, or email KingCCFA@childcare.org.

Working Connections Child Care Grant

Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) helps eligible families pay for childcare. For more details, visit the grant website here, or email providerhelp@dcyf.wa.gov or call 1-800-394-4571.

Yard Clean Up for Seniors

A one time King County project to assist older adults with major yard clean up and decluttering at no cost. The goals are to reduce risk of falls, improve functionality and access in the home or apartment. Click here to find out more and fill out a referral form.

Renewing Apple Health (Medicaid) Coverage

On June 1, the state began removing people from Medicaid who no longer qualify, something they had been prohibited from doing during the pandemic. So now, for the first time in three years, people must confirm eligibility for Apple Health, or enroll in alternative coverage to maintain access to their physical and behavioral healthcare, including many of the services and supports DCHS offers. View details and helpful steps here.

Help Paying Energy Bills in King County

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program administered by Byrd Barr Place that helps low-income households meet their immediate home energy needs. LIHEAP assistance is now available year-round. Customers in North King County (north of NE 145th St) and East King County should call Hopelink at 425.658.2592.


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United Way of King County announces new board chair, new board members

Monday, July 24, 2023

United Way of King County is honored to announce that board of directors' member Luis Masieri has been named the organization's new board chair for the fiscal year 2024, which began on July 1. Masieri is a principal product manager at Microsoft and a former Free Tax Campaign Volunteer. He succeeds outgoing chair Maud Daudon.

United Way also announced five new members to its Board of Directors: 

  • Doug Baldwin, Jr., former Seattle Seahawks star and chief executive officer of Vault 89 Ventures; 
  • Seattle Police Department Chief Adrian Diaz; 
  • Cherry Street Coffee House owner Ali Ghambari; 
  • Denise Pérez Lally, a community organizer and advocate; and 
  • Shomari Jones, director of equity and strategic engagement at Bellevue School District.
Luis Masieri, Board Chair
United Way of King County
In 2014, Luis Masieri was introduced to United Way of King County through its Free Tax Prep program and volunteered to help Spanish-speaking, low-income individuals and families file their tax returns. 

Masieri joined the organization's Emerging Leaders Giving Community, which encourages people in their 20s and 30s to support United Way programs that promote education success from pre-K to college as well as its homeless prevention initiatives.

Ultimately, Masieri accepted an invitation from United Way to join its board of directors and he then served as vice chair. 

He is at the forefront of United Way's work to provide services and advocacy for King County families who need it most.

"I have continued to be increasingly involved in United Way," Masieri said, "because their mission is so well-aligned with my values and what I hope to help others achieve."

The new members bring many years of leadership as well as experience serving in both the public and private sectors.

Doug Baldwin, United Way Board Member
They include Baldwin, who was campaign chair at United Way during the FY22 year. 

Baldwin continues to partner with United Way for the Annual Community BBQ, slated for August 12 at Renton Memorial Stadium. 

A philanthropic activist with a passion for creating empathic solutions to complex problems, Baldwin recently opened the Family First Community Center, which brings quality recreation, education, and wellness programs and services to the historically underserved communities in Renton.

In addition to Baldwin:

Adrian Diaz, Seattle Police Chief and
United Way Board Member
Diaz has been a member of the Seattle Police Department for more than two decades. Diaz began his career in Police Patrol, the Mountain Bike Unit, and the Anti-Crime Team before joining the Investigations Bureau. 

He is also a Master Defensive Tactics instructor at the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission. 

Diaz has served as Assistant Chief of a newly created Collaborative Policing Bureau before being promoted to Deputy Chief and has authored numerous national publications on community policing, misdemeanor justice, and juvenile justice.

Ali Ghambari, United Way Board Member
Ghambari was born in Iran and moved to the United States in 1979 at the age of 20. After completing technical school, he discovered his passion for serving others and building a better community through his work in the hospitality industry. 

Ghambari ventured into entrepreneurship in the late 80s and ultimately established Cherry Street Coffee House. 

Together with his friend and business partner Greg Smith, Ali grew the brand to 11 locations before consolidating to four during COVID-19's impact. 

In 2005, Ali founded the Iranian American Community Alliance, a non-profit organization focused on mentoring Iranian American youth and fostering pride in their heritage. He received a Liberty award from the Seattle Foundation in 2015.

Shomari Jones, United Way Board Member
Throughout his time in the Bellevue School District, Shomari Jones has established himself as a powerful leader and advocate within the district. 

Working within and between the fraught social, emotional, and political fault lines of equity work in public schools, Shomari designs and facilitates thoughtful district professional development that nurtures impactful conversations around racial inequity, inequality, and the overarching impact institutional racism has on students of color. 

He developed several student empowerment initiatives like Students Organized Against Racism (SOAR), Breaking Out of the Margins (BOOM), and Sistah's Having Outstanding Uniqueness Together (SHOUT), as well as parent advocacy groups like the Parent Alliance for Black Scholars (PABS).

Denise Pérez Lally 
United Way Board Member
Denise Pérez Lally
is a community organizer and advocate who has spent her career working to prevent displacement, create new economic opportunities, improve educational outcomes, and promote equitable community development. 

Pérez Lally has spent more than 25 years working in federal and local governments and nonprofits in Seattle and King County. 

She served as the Director of Social Services at El Centro de la Raza and Director of Operations at Mary's Place Seattle. 

Pérez Lally has developed culturally specific community as well as youth and family programming for Latinx, AfroLatino, and African Diaspora immigrant and refugee communities.

At United Way of King County, we believe that everyone deserves a safe place to call home, enough to eat, and a job that pays a livable wage. 

As a grantmaker, fundraiser, and service provider, we have a responsibility to restore power and resources to Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color and work toward racial justice by transforming inequitable systems. To learn more, log onto uwkc.org.



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Five months into the new crisis response agency, patterns begin to emerge

Monday, July 17, 2023

By Diane Hettrick

The Regional Crisis Response Agency (RCR) grew out of the RADAR program which originated with Shoreline Police and City of Shoreline. The program sent crisis-trained social workers on police calls that involved people with social and behavioral issues.

The program expanded to other north end cities. It is now the Regional Crisis Response Agency (RCR -pronounded 'racer'), serving and supported by a coalition of five north end cities: Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Bothell, and Kirkland.

The RCR Principals Assembly

The new agency is overseen by the Principals Assembly with elected officials from all five cities: 
  • Shoreline Councilmember John Ramsdell
  • Lake Forest Park Councilmember Larry Goldman
  • Kenmore Councilmember Debra Srebnik
  • Bothell Councilmember Jenne Alderks
  • Kirkland Councilmember Neal Black
On June 28, this body met for the first time to review the foundation of the RCR Agency as well as services provided so far this year.  

The councilmembers also discussed how they would define and measure success as the Agency continues to grow and provide services for more people across North King County. Finally, they heard feedback from the RCR Community Advisory Group, made up of individuals who have lived experiences in the crisis system, about desired program outcomes.

The Executive committee is composed of the city managers / administrators from all five cities. The Executive Director is Brook Buettner, who has been with the program from the very beginning.


In the first five months of the year (January 1, 2023 – May 31, 2023),  RCR Crisis Responders provided services for a total of 438 individuals in our communities, during a total of 1,228 encounters.

Of those individuals served for whom race data was available (n=211), 73% were White, and 27% were Black, Indigenous or People of Color (BIPOC).

Of those for whom housing data was available (n=223), 37% were homeless or unhoused. Of all individuals served, 55% identified as female, 43% identified as male, and 2% identified as trans, non-binary or other gender expression.

The regional mobile crisis services provided by RCR begin with a person-centered approach focusing on compassionate and immediate crisis response, de-escalation, resource referral, and follow-up tailored to the specific needs of those experiencing behavioral health challenges.



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On the ballot: Renewal of the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy

Friday, July 14, 2023

King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski speaks in support of the VSHSL to the LFP City Council, Mayor, and citizens at the Lake Forest Park city council meeting on Thursday, July 13.
Photo by Mike Remarcke

King County Proposition No. 1 Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) is on the primary ballot for the August election.

The King County Council passed Ordinance 19604 concerning replacement of an expiring veterans, seniors and human services levy. 

If approved, this proposition would fund capital facilities and services for veterans, servicemembers, and their families; seniors and caregivers; and resilient communities susceptible to reduced health, housing, financial, or social stability outcomes. 

It would authorize an additional six-year property tax levy for collection beginning in 2024 at $0.10 per $1,000 of assessed valuation, with the 2024 levy amount being the base for calculating annual increases by 3.5% in 2025-2029; and exempt eligible seniors, veterans and disabled persons under RCW 84.36.381.

It is the largest source of funding for social service agencies in the county and as such has been endorsed by NUHSA as well as the Shoreline City Council.

 


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North Helpline Bitter Lake Food Bank celebrates its 6th year anniversary

Thursday, July 13, 2023

North Helpline is inviting everyone to join them to celebrate their 6th year in the Bitter Lake neighborhood! 

North Helpline operates a food access program in the Bitter Lake and Broadview neighborhoods of North Seattle. This free and family-friendly event will have food, games, music, and resources from community partners!

North Helpline is a local nonprofit organization that provides access to food through two food banks and a home grocery delivery program. North Helpline also works on homelessness prevention through a direct financial assistance program for rent, utilities, and moving costs.

  • When: Sunday, July 30, 2023; 1-4pm
  • Where: Bitter Lake Community Center - 13035 Linden Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133
  • Who: Everyone is invited to attend with their families, enjoy some appetizers, and learn about the community resources available in the North Seattle community.


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Volunteer opportunities at North Helpline

Sunday, June 25, 2023

Volunteers are the beating heart of North Helpline. We urgently need to fill several roles. Consider volunteering today.

Check-in, Greeting, and Registration. Welcome your neighbors and guide through accessing our services.
  • Lake City - Wednesdays: 8:30-11:15am, 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • Lake City - Saturdays: 8:30-11:15am,11:00am - 2:00pm
  • Bitter Lake - Saturdays: 8:30-11:15am,11:00am - 2:00pm

Home Delivery Drivers
  • Thursdays: 2:00pm
  • Shifts can be every other week, or every week.
  • Usually takes only about an hour to 1.5 hours per shift.

Food Sorting and Warehouse
  • Lake City - Tuesdays 11:30am - 2:30pm
  • Bitter Lake - Thursdays 10:00am-2:00pm

Food Distribution
  • Lake City - Wednesday and Saturdays 11:00am-2:00pm extra need!
  • Lake City - Thursdays - 4pm – 6:45pm

To add a shift email: volunteers@northhelpline.org

Learn About Volunteering
Volunteer Application



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Op-Ed: Pride decorations stolen from Center for Human Services (CHS)


By Beretta Gomillion, Executive Director CHS

Earlier this month, CHS staff and supporters decorated the trees and reader-board in front of our building at 17018 15th Ave NE in Shoreline as part of our celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month. 

Sometime during the weekend of June 16, 2023 person or persons unknown stole all of the decorations. 

Some of the Pride decorations at CHS. All were stolen.
Photo courtesy CHS

While we were certainly disappointed that anyone would do such as thing, we want it to be known that we remain open and affirming to all people and are proud to celebrate Pride with our LGBTQ+ staff, clients, and community.

A disproportionate number of LGBTQ+ people experience mental health struggles. Young people across King County and the country are facing increasingly difficult mental health challenges, and young people who are in underserved communities, including LGBTQ+ people, face even greater challenges. 

According to King County’s Healthy Youth Survey, LGBTQ+ young people have an urgent need for mental health supports, with higher rates of suicidal ideation and attempts, and depression. 

Personal, family, and social acceptance of sexual orientation and gender identity affects the mental health and personal safety of LGBT+ individuals. 

Against the backdrop of societal harassment, discrimination, and violence, the fact that so many LGBTQ+ persons survive and thrive is a testament to their resilience.

The decorations were only up for a little over a week, but it was worth our effort. During that time, a young man with Down’s Syndrome saw our pride flags and other decorations and came in to talk to someone. 

He stated that he feels so alone and doesn’t have the support of his family. He said that seeing our decorations made him feel safe and seen and that was something he was not accustomed to in his life. 

Making at least one person feel supported and safe was worth the anguish the theft caused.

CHS affirms our obligation to promote the dignity of all people and dedicate ourselves to be a welcoming and safe place for everyone.

-Beratta Gomillion is the Executive Director of the Center for Human Services, located in Shoreline


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Friendship Adventures car wash fundraiser Saturday June 24, 2023

Thursday, June 22, 2023

 
Car wash fundraiser for Friendship Adventures on Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 12pm - 4pm behind their building at 1206 N 185th St, Shoreline WA 98133.

Cars $6 and trucks $10 - and if you want to volunteer you are welcome. All proceeds benefit their day program.

Friendship Adventures is an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of people with developmental disabilities by providing social, recreational and educational activities in a safe, engaging environment while promoting inclusion, building interpersonal skills, confidence and lifelong friendships one smile at a time. 

For additional information contact faad@friendshipadventures.org


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'Sip to Support' Banchero Friends on Saturday June 3, 2023 in Bellevue

Friday, June 2, 2023


Banchero Disability Partners is having a “Sip to Support” wine-tasting event this Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the beautiful home of Steve and Catherine Malshuk! 

We welcome guests to bring one bottle of their favorite wine, but it is not required. There will be a short presentation describing our organization to learn what we do. 

The Malshuks live at 47 Skagit Key in Bellevue. Please join us for an amazing time of “meet and greet”, wine and hors d’oeuvres. Please RSVP at Sip to Support! I hope to see you there!


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North Helpline: We are serving more people now than at the height of the pandemic

Monday, May 29, 2023


Their food resources are stressed right now, and they are in need of ongoing community assistance.

As they report:

During the COVID pandemic, federal assistance programs such as SNAP (supplemental nutrition assistance program) were enhanced to help make food more accessible.

In March, those enhancements ended abruptly, leaving millions of families less food secure. We're now seeing what this means for us.

In simple terms, this has had a dramatic and direct impact on our community. Households saw, on average, a cut in food assistance by $105 per person.

From March 2022 to March 2023, after the cuts, unique households accessing our Lake City food bank increased by 43%, and by 51% at our Bitter Lake food bank.

We are serving more neighbors now than during the height of the pandemic. 

We need your support to keep food on the table and a roof overhead for all of us.

What We're Doing
  • We are investing in our food purchasing budget to keep our shelves stocked with nutritious food for everyone that comes to our food banks.
  • We're conducting a survey of those we serve, to better understand how we can be there for our community.
  • Our new Food Access Director, Louren, is working to keep North Helpline on the path towards enhanced service models, such as adopting a grocery store layout.

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The Works needs toothpaste

Friday, May 19, 2023

The Shoreline PTA Council clothing room, The Works, has a severe toothpaste shortage!

To keep those smiles bright, drop off donations of tubes of toothpaste at their location at the north end of the Shoreline Center (enter directly from parking lot.)


Donations welcome 
  • Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8pm when school is in session, see yellow star on map. 
  • Or the blue star on map shows where you can drop off donations during the weekdays!


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KidVantage needs help keeping our kids clothed

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

This will be gone in a week.

KidVantage has provided over 1,530 clothing bundles (a week’s worth of clothing and a toothbrush / toothpaste) during the month of May.

Kids are getting the clothing that they need for the warmer summer months, but to ensure that we can keep up with requests, we need your help!

Inventory is getting low; you can help by donating new or gently used clothing at our Shoreline Hub (17230 12th Ave NE, Shoreline WA, 98155). 

We’re open Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm, and Saturdays 11am to 1pm. We accept children’s clothing, shoes, and other items for kids birth through age 12. See more information on donating from our website 

Who We Are

KidVantage was formerly known as Eastside Baby Corner when they first moved into Shoreline (see previous article).

KidVantage’s mission is to help kids reach their full potential tomorrow by meeting basic needs today. We provide tangible assistance at no cost to families who are in difficulty, reducing the distress felt by children, and their families.

Through partnerships with human service organizations, schools and medical facilities, more than 2,500 children each month are helped. 

Kids are safe, warm, and healthy, with the advantage of being better prepared for success in school and life. Partner agencies can concentrate their resources and expertise on supporting children and families. 

Members of the community connect with each other here while caring for their neighbors. They donate goods, volunteer, or give financial support to make sure kids are getting what they need, when they need it. 

Founded in 1990, KidVantage annually distributes over 5 million items for kids across 5 counties. Volunteers contributed a total of 21,558 hours last year.

For more information, find us online


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Center for Human Services (CHS) presented awards to community partners at its recent gala

Saturday, May 13, 2023

Ed Sterner, Tara Smith, City of Bothell

At its annual fundraising gala in April 2023, the Center for Human Services presented awards to the following:

Ed Sterner - Grace Cole 2023 Volunteer of the Year

Ed is a former Lake Forest Park councilmember, and Past President of Lake Forest Park Rotary. He has been active in Seattle Audubon Society, Mountaineers; Nature Conservancy; LFP Streamkeepers; LFP Stewardship Foundation. He is a current board member of CHS, NUHSA, and the King County Human Services Alliance.

Tara Smith, Managing Partner of Crux Consulting - Dorrit Pealy Award Winner 2023 for Outstanding Community Support by an Individual

City of Bothell - Dorrit Pealy Award Winner 2023 for Outstanding Community Support from an Organization/Business/Entity



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Free Virtual Parenting Class Series this summer from Center for Human Services

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Registration is open for the summer series of Positive Discipline for Families program facilitated in English, by Center for Human Services' Family Support Department. 

This is a 7-week virtual parenting class program for parents of young children to connect, share challenges and successes and learn about parenting tools and strategies for positive parent/child interactions now and into the future. 

Wednesdays July 19 to August 30, 2023, 9:30 - 11am

This is highly participatory, experiential based learning opportunity that focuses on emotional regulation and awareness, motivations behind behaviors, and decreasing punitive and punishment strategies for more positive and affirming family relationships.

Registration required: use the QR code in the flyer or this link (ignore the top line!)


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Center for Human Services honors supporters at Community Connections Gala

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Center for Human Services (CHS) held its annual Community Connections Gala Saturday evening, April 1, 2023 at the Lynnwood Event Center. 

The event included a silent auction, a roaming magician, a live auction, a photo booth, delicious hors d’oeuvres and desserts, dueling pianos, as well as a moving testimonial from Argelia Paredes, a local resident and participant in our Family Support Department programs.

Ed Sterner, Volunteer of the Year
At the event, Executive Director Beratta Gomillion presented the annual Grace Cole Volunteer of the Year Award and the Dorrit Pealy awards for Outstanding Community Support.

The Grace Cole “Volunteer of the Year Award”, went to Ed Sterner. 

Ed serves as a CHS board member and officer, a NUHSA board member, a King County Human Services Alliance board member, and is involved in the community in numerous other ways.

Outstanding Community Support
Tara Smith
The Dorrit Pealy Award for “Outstanding Community Support”, by an individual, was presented to Tara Smith, Managing Partner of Crux Consulting

Tara has been working with CHS’s leadership for over a year to building their diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging competencies and overall management skills, going above and beyond the expectations of a consultant in supporting the agency and staff.

Outstanding Community Support
The City of Bothell
The Dorrit Pearly Award for “Outstanding Community Support”, from an Organization/Business/Entity, went to the City of Bothell
for their commitment to bring behavioral health and family support services to their citizens by providing CHS with COVID-19 Relief Funds to open an office in Bothell and have three years of operating funds. The event was a huge success and fun for all involved.

Thank you for the community’s continued support of Center for Human Services helping build a stronger community, one family at a time. It has been an honor to serve the community for over 52 years.

If you were not able to attend the gala and would like to make a monetary donation to the mission of Center for Human Services, we invite you to visit our website at: https://www.chs-nw.org/get-involved/#donations


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Aegis Living Shoreline hosts Aegis Games 2023

Saturday, April 8, 2023

Aegis staff and residents competed in Aegis Games 2023

While many athletes are in the throes of preparation for Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, residents and team members at Aegis Living Shoreline are already collecting their medals from Aegis Games 2023.

Aegis Living initially launched Aegis Games, an Olympic-inspired event series and tournament, as a fun way for residents and team members to come together with COVID-19 pandemic restrictions starting to lift in 2021. The highly anticipated Games are now a biannual event hosted across all 36 Aegis Living communities.

“Aegis Games is an amazing time for the residents and staff to come together and show their love and passion for competition as a united front,” noted Ashley Besmehn, General Manager at Aegis Living Shoreline.

Jumbo Jenga was a favorite

This year, more than 5,000 participants enjoyed 45+ events during the three-week event. With activities centered on mind, body, and spirit, residents and staff participated in everything from “Javelin” throws and ping pong to pie eating contests, mind-bending puzzle competitions, official Opening and Closing ceremonies, and more.

Favorite activities among Shoreline residents and staff were corn hole, Jumbo Jenga, and getting everyone in the spirit with community chants.

In addition to the core games, each community hosted two challenges.

Aegis residents took treats to Shoreline firefighters

The “Aegis Gives Back Challenge” gave Aegis residents and team members an opportunity to participate in local community service projects. 

Aegis communities recognized firefighters, sorted food at a food bank, created essential bags for those experiencing homelessness, participated in beach and garden clean-ups, donated knitted hats and quilts for local organizations, and more. 

You may have seen Shoreline residents at the local fire station delivering coffee and nibbles.

During the Games, residents also enjoyed the “Wellness Warriors Challenge.” Roughly 500 residents participated in daily feats of physical and mental strength to achieve better overall wellness. More than 2,000 hours of movement were logged – that’s equivalent to 83 days of moving!

“It was quite the experience,” shared Shoreline resident John Allen. “I enjoyed using every skill I’ve acquired through the years and am looking forward to it again!”

Watch out 2024 Olympians! You could have some stiff competition.

--Photos courtesy Aegis Living



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North Helpline Empty Bowls events raise nearly $40,000 for food banks and homelessness prevention programs

Saturday, April 1, 2023

Finding just the right bowl takes some time
Photo courtesy North Helpline

North Helpline held a multi-location "Empty Bowls" fundraiser March 24-26, 2023. (see our previous article) Pottery studios, school art classes, and individuals donated bowls.

Participants chose a bowl and purchased it for $30. The bowl was filled with soup and the money went to support North Helpline's programs.

They report:

Our 14th annual community meal was a hit!

We are so grateful for everyone in our community that came together to make our 14th annual community meal such a success.

The joy of finding just the right bowl
Photo courtesy North Helpline

Together we raised nearly $40,000 to support our two food banks and homelessness prevention programs!

Thank you to the many community partners that helped us raise essential funding. 
  • To our incredible soup donors without which there would be no meal to share. 
  • To all the amazing artisans, students, and local craftspeople that donate each and every one of our bowls. 
  • To the many local businesses, museums, and neighbors that donate to our online auction. 
  • Finally, the amazing crew of volunteers that help us plan and run Empty Bowls year after year.
Most of all, thank YOU for supporting our community meal and the neighbors we serve.



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