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CALL TO ACTION – YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED TODAY February 24, 2025 Crisis Connections has three advocacy priorities for the current Washington State Legislative Session. In just a few minutes’ time, you and your network can engage your elected officials in creating a healthier community.Please take action today and invite your network to join you!…
Program Updates At Crisis Connections, we play a critical role in the mental and behavioral well beingof Washingtonians. By maintaining a database with over 6,000 unique programsand 1,600 agencies we are able to connect people to vital resources in theircommunities. Additionally, King County 2-1-1, 24-hour crisis line and WashingtonRecovery helplines are available 7 days a…
Seattle, WA – Suicide is in the news a lot these days, and it’s no wonder – overall suicide rates in the US have increased 30% between 1999 and 2016, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC 2018). Our youth are no exception. The 2018 Washington Healthy Youth Survey reported that 32% of 8th…
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 treatment (National Veterans Foundation, 2018). According to the US Dept. of Veteran Affairs, mental health…
The following links can be used to find emergency winter shelters in King County. Community Shelters are locations that provide a respite from the cold. Day Centers are spaces that provide services such as case management, hygiene, etc.. and respite from the cold. Severe Weather Shelters (often called “Emergency Shelters”) are locations that provide overnight…