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Many students in Washington State will head back to school this month, and we know returning to school can be challenging. Quick Take: Back to school blues? Transitioning from summer into school can be a difficult adjustment. New teachers come with new expectations, different schedules and new routines, and it can be difficult to feel like you have a handle on everything. It can also…
Key Takeaways Airbnb.org, a nonprofit founded by Airbnb to provide emergency housing in times of crisis, is partnering with Washington 211 to offer free emergency housing to residents displaced by several active wildfires across six Washington counties and three tribal communities. Stays are free for guests and are funded by Airbnb.org and the generosity of…
Self-care on the go can be as easy as filling a bag with items that help you focus, feel grounded or remember that moments of anxiety can pass. Quick Steps Pick a Bag Choose something to hold your self-care items. It could be a favorite bag, purse, pouch or repurposed shopping bag. Show your creativity…
See how Crisis Connections supported more than 729,000 people in 2025 with care, crisis support, basic needs resources, and connection. Every day, people across our community reach out to Crisis Connections when emergencies happen—mental health or basic needs crises, loneliness or times when real human connection is needed. Help seekers come from all backgrounds across the State of Washington. First responders and community-based…
Celebrate Pride with Crisis Connections and explore affirming support, community stories, and LGBTQIA2S+ events across Washington. Together we celebrate our LGBTQIA2S+ community with love, pride and joy. We hear stories every day from folks who are fully embracing who they are with peace and a sense of belonging—even when the world feels challenging. There’s always a space to here share your heart, journey and concerns with peers and…
Since 1964, volunteers have provided a lifeline for help seekers in our community with dedication and compassion. We recently gathered to celebrate, to listen, and to say goodbye. As 988 continues to grow and we move toward sunsetting the Regional Crisis Lines (RCL) volunteer program, a foundational chapter in Crisis Connections’ history comes to a…
Millions of Americans experience feelings of anxiety, stress, sadness, or emotional overwhelm each year—reminding us that mental health is part of everyday life, and we are not alone in our experiences. Mental Health Awareness Month can be a great time to talk about mental health for ourselves and others. Connecting through ConversationStart a conversation…
Uplift Teens Today hosted Washington’s first Teen-Led Mental Health Summit and honored Crisis Connections and Teen Link with Community Impact in Mental Health Award. Washington’s first Teen-Led Mental Health Summit took place on March 21 at the Aura Event Center in Renton. Designed for middle and high school students, the summit also welcomed parents, educators, and community advocates. The event was organized by Uplift…
by Michelle McDaniel, CEO It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Cheryl Stumbo, a beloved former member of the Crisis Connections Board and someone I was proud to call a friend. Cheryl’s life was tragically marked by the 2006 shooting at the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle, where she courageously survived…
Explore the new Crisis Connections website. Find support, resources and ways to get involved across Washington—all in one easy-to-navigate place. We’re excited to welcome you to the new crisisconnections.org. We’re so glad you’re here! Our goal was simple: create an easy-to-navigate website where people can quickly find help, learn about our programs and discover ways…