Community Corner highlights the work of Seattle Human Services’ community partners in their own words. Our goal is to gather stories and photos that … [Read more...] about Community Corner—Tubman Center for Health and Freedom
Housing, Health, & Human Services
Celebrating Weatherization Day: How Multifamily Weatherization Supports Affordable Housing
Every year, National Weatherization Day shines a light on the simple but powerful ways we can make buildings more comfortable, efficient, and … [Read more...] about Celebrating Weatherization Day: How Multifamily Weatherization Supports Affordable Housing
HSD Employee Spotlight—Suzet Tave
As Veterans Day approaches on Nov. 11, this Employee Spotlight features a veteran who works HSD’s Aging and Disabilities Services division to help … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—Suzet Tave
Help is available: Resources available for youth mental, behavioral health
Seattle Children’s Hospital recently reported that they are currently experiencing high demand for youth mental and behavioral healthcare in … [Read more...] about Help is available: Resources available for youth mental, behavioral health
City of Seattle Announces 77 New Permanently Affordable Homes
The 2026 Homeownership Notice of Funding Availability awards will support five developments through $13.65 million in investments. Seventy-seven … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Announces 77 New Permanently Affordable Homes
Breaking Ground at Mount Baker: Over 400 Affordable Homes Rise in the Rainier Valley
Today, the Mount Baker Redevelopment Project has officially broken ground. On a site that once housed industrial laundry operations, construction is … [Read more...] about Breaking Ground at Mount Baker: Over 400 Affordable Homes Rise in the Rainier Valley
Victim Support Team celebrates 30 years of advocating for crime survivors
Community Corner highlights the work of Seattle Human Services’ community partners. Our goal is to gather stories and photos that illustrate their … [Read more...] about Victim Support Team celebrates 30 years of advocating for crime survivors
Shelter Expansion Update: Bringing People Indoors and Keeping Residents Housed
Expanding shelter capacity is one of the most effective things we can do to bring people inside and address Seattle’s homelessness crisis. Mayor Katie … [Read more...] about Shelter Expansion Update: Bringing People Indoors and Keeping Residents Housed
HSD Employee Spotlight—Michelle Smith
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Mayor’s Office on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (MODVSA), which is part of HSD’s Safe and … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—Michelle Smith
Mayor Wilson’s 2027-2028 Proposed Budget for Office of Housing
Mayor Wilson’s 2027-2028 Proposed Budget focuses on providing responsible fiscal management of public funds for the people of Seattle. After years of … [Read more...] about Mayor Wilson’s 2027-2028 Proposed Budget for Office of Housing
Community Corner—Mayor’s Council on African American Elders
For this month’s Community Corner, the Seattle Human Services Department (HSD) is celebrating the start of Healthy Aging Month by spotlighting the … [Read more...] about Community Corner—Mayor’s Council on African American Elders
City of Seattle Awards Final Site in Rainier Valley Affordable Homeownership Initiative
The tenth award will create 18 permanently affordable homes for purchase, bringing initiative total to 127 homes. Today, the Seattle Office of … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Awards Final Site in Rainier Valley Affordable Homeownership Initiative