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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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Explore news coverage of Crisis Connections programs, partners, community, and our impact improving mental health care access in Washington State.
Airbnb to provide free housing in 6 counties for wildfire relief(opens in new tab)
KING 5 TV, August 2026
People in WA prisons get access to 988 hotline(opens in new tab)
Spokesman Review, May 2026
Airbnb nonprofit helps house flood victims across Washington(opens in new tab)
Fox 13, December 2025
New King County hotline offers non-police option to report hate crimes(opens in new tab)
South Seattle Emerald, November 2025