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Dear Friends of Crisis Connections, We have been deeply saddened and disturbed by the events that have been happening across the country in recent weeks. As you know, our organization has proudly been serving the community, regardless of race, ethnicity,…
The Pet Competition is Back! Text CCpets to 556-78 Pets are experts at relaxation so we decided to learn from the best to help us de-stress and connect to others during isolation. The winner will receive a care package, complete…
Renton, Washington, March 15, 2020, Crisis Connections, a nonprofit located in Seattle, and Belltown, Washington is addressing the effects of COVID-19 across the state with a series of programs aimed at providing mental, emotional, and financial support to Washingtonians. Crisis…
The Washington State Department of Health has established a call center to address questions from the public. Washington 211 is operating the State COVID-19 help line during the Coronavirus outbreak. Normal 2-1-1 services are available but wait times have increased. …
Many veterans experience a difficult time transitioning to civilian life after returning from service. Every day, about 20 veterans in the United States will die by suicide; however, only 50% of returning veterans who need mental health services will receive…
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New King County hotline offers non-police option to report hate crims
South Seattle Emerald, November 2025
King County launches stop hate hotline for victims of hate crimes
KING 5 TV, October 2025
Snohomish County's 211 hotline is moving away from local control
Herald Net, September 2025
WA 211 Announces Selection of Statewide Call Center
Washington 211, August 2025
How King County is reshaping its mental health crisis response system
The Seattle Times, July 2025
HSD Community Corner-Teen Link
Seattle Human Services, June 2025
LGBTQ+ youth at risk as suicide prevention line faces elimination
King 5, June 2025
How new federal mental health mandates will affect several King County programs
The Seattle Times, April 2025