The Unified Care Team (UCT) is a multi-department collaboration involving the Human Services Department (HSD), Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—Dwight Jackson
Housing, Health, & Human Services
Utility Bill Assistance to Expand in January 2027
Many people in our region are facing affordability challenges. At the same time, the cost of providing utility services, including electricity, water, … [Read more...] about Utility Bill Assistance to Expand in January 2027
Community Corner—North Seattle Food Connection
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—North Seattle Food Connection
HSD Employee Spotlight—SYEP Interns
The Seattle Youth Employment Program’s 2026 summer internships are in full swing. There are 244 interns now working in paid positions with … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—SYEP Interns
Mayor Wilson Announces Kelli Larsen as Director of Seattle Office of Housing
Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced her appointment of Kelli Larsen as the next director of the Seattle Office of Housing. Mayor Wilson led an … [Read more...] about Mayor Wilson Announces Kelli Larsen as Director of Seattle Office of Housing
City of Seattle Announces $110 Million for Affordable Housing in 2026
The City of Seattle’s Office of Housing has published its 2026 Rental Housing Production Notice of Funding … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Announces $110 Million for Affordable Housing in 2026
Community Corner—Community Connector at El Centro de la Raza
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—Community Connector at El Centro de la Raza
HSD Employee Spotlight—Maria Langlais
Maria Langlais is a policy advisor with Aging and Disability Services, which sits within HSD as the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—Maria Langlais
Seattle Human Services launches the annual free Summer Meals Program
More than 80,000 meals and snacks served in 2025 The City of Seattle’s Summer Meals Program returns June 24, 2026, offering free, nutritious meals to … [Read more...] about Seattle Human Services launches the annual free Summer Meals Program
Mayor Wilson Announces Rental Assistance Funding to Help 1,000 Households Stay Housed Each Year
The City of Seattle is taking another step to help residents stay housed before they fall into homelessness. As part of Mayor Katie Wilson’s … [Read more...] about Mayor Wilson Announces Rental Assistance Funding to Help 1,000 Households Stay Housed Each Year
For youth, by youth: Seattle Youth Safety Ambassadors put each other first
Youth voices are essential when it comes to conversations about student safety and mental health. That’s why Seattle’s Department … [Read more...] about For youth, by youth: Seattle Youth Safety Ambassadors put each other first
Community Corner—Seattle LGBTQ+ Center
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—Seattle LGBTQ+ Center