Source: Human Interests

After 31 years at the Human Services Department, Mary Flowers retired this month. In her most recent role she was working to advance … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—Mary Flowers

Michael Adusah first joined the Human Services Department in March 2023. He’s a Senior Planner with the Aging and Disability Services division, … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—Michael Adusah

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 Indian Health Board Family Support Services

When SNAP benefits were disrupted November 1 amid the federal shutdown, tens of thousands of Seattle residents were suddenly left scared and wondering … [Read more...] about More than $1 million in food assistance reaches Seattle food banks, meal programs during SNAP disruption

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—African American Reach and Teach Health Ministry (AARTH)

Approximately 200 people gathered at Seattle City Hall on Oct. 28 to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month and honor survivors of gender-based … [Read more...] about ‘Giving Flowers’ event honors domestic violence survivors and advocates

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—Rainier Valley Food Bank

Zheng Zhou just celebrated his two-year anniversary of working with the Human Services Department’s Youth and Family Empowerment (YFE) division. … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—Zheng Zhou

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—Southwest Youth & Family Services

Paola Fernandez joined the Human Services Department’s Aging and Disability Services division in 2024. As we celebrate National Hispanic … [Read more...] about HSD Employee Spotlight—Paola Fernandez

September is Healthy Aging Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about the unique needs of older adults and their caregivers. Across the nation, … [Read more...] about This Healthy Aging Month, get connected to community resources and support