by Victoria Lo At Neighborhood House, we see every day how housing is not just about shelter. It is the foundation that allows families to access early learning, manage chronic health conditions, maintain employment, and remain connected to their communities. When that foundation is disrupted, the effects ripple across every part of a family’s life. A newly …
Read the whole The Roundabout Safe Travels Quarterly Report https://wtsc.wa.gov/wp-content/uploads/dlm_uploads/2026/02/Roundabout-Issue-2.pdf
Emma Riahi July is Disability Pride Month — a time to honor the history, achievements, and contributions of people with disabilities, while also recognizing the ongoing work toward inclusion and accessibility. It’s a celebration of identity and visibility, and a reminder that disability is a natural part of human diversity. At Neighborhood House, we’re proud …
No one intended for human services programs to cause trauma, or create barriers for families to gain economic opportunity and prosperity. But oftentimes, because of bureaucracy, lack of coordination and planning, and lack of input from those most impacted, many well intended programs do exactly that. The two-generation, whole family approach (2Gen/WFA) is one antidote …
Each year, from September 15 to October 15, our nation observes National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, celebrating the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and invaluable contributions of American citizens of Hispanic or Latinx descent whose work has profoundly shaped our society. This year, we invite you to join us in celebrating by exploring the efforts of the …
Impact of Senior Health Promotion Programs “At various King County public housing sites, Neighborhood House offered evidence-based and evidence-informed programs in multiple languages that provided opportunities for seniors to participate in physical activity, learn how to age well, engage in health education, and receive support around depression.” Read the full article below:
Access to good food and supportive relationships shouldn’t end when school is out. In King County, 100,000 low-income students have access to free meals during the school year, but less than 1 in 5 access free meals served during the summer. Neighborhood House’s Seola Gardens location in White Center, and our Burndale and Firwood Circle …
A couple of months ago, Neighborhood House supporter, Ami Nguyen, invited me and several friends to dim sum to introduce us to Susan Lieu, author of The Manicurist’s Daughter. The event was a fundraiser to provide copies of Susan’s book to young adults who could identify with her story. Susan shared with us why she …
Blog post originally by: Kenzie Lock Najma Mohamed, Community Health Nurse at Neighborhood House, and Lesley Steinman, Research Scientist at HPRC, were recently awarded a Tier 1 Pilot Award by the University of Washington Population Health Initiative. This grant program is designed to foster new collaborations among interdisciplinary investigators in generating proof-of-concept for future projects. Mohamed and …
Congratulations to our youth program in Auburn for winning a $30,000 grant for an improved community playground! Young people participating in Neighborhood House’s afterschool programs brainstormed the project, helped draft a proposal, collected signatures, and went on to receive the most votes in the city against other submissions. Speaking to a 6th grader about the …
Save the date for our health fairs! Neighborhood House will be in community with our neighbors this summer, providing resources and care in many locations throughout South King County. In partnership with Public Health Seattle & King County, we will be offering COVID and other vaccines for ages 6 months and older at all of these events, …
This piece was originally included in the Winter 2021 Community Partner Connection newsletter of the Department of Social and Health Services. With many programs going remote in 2020, Neighborhood House was concerned about keeping our elders plugged into their social circles and services. Most of these clients have limited financial resources and speak a first …
If you head to the theater tonight to catch the opening of the new Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker be on the lookout for a Star Wars themed 30 second “Most Steer Clear” Public Service Announcement. In it, a young woman uses “the force” to pull keys away from a friend who attempts to …
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