Community

With the help of Snohomish County’s Eagle Wings Ministries and her supervisor, Darla, Megan (left) has created an online support group for people with disabilities.

Building community, one connection at a time

Eagle Wings Ministries helps adults with developmental disAbilities find connection

With the help of Snohomish County’s Eagle Wings Ministries and her supervisor, Darla, Megan (left) has created an online support group for people with disabilities.
The Leadership Snohomish County Signature Program works to forge strong community connections and create a platform for respectful, honest discussion.

Building community connections for Snohomish County by building better leaders

Community has always been important in the Snohomish area and throughout the pandemic, many of us have found ourselves focusing more on our local community… Continue reading

The Leadership Snohomish County Signature Program works to forge strong community connections and create a platform for respectful, honest discussion.
Sherwood Community Services advocates for children, adults, and families by navigating the issues that create barriers.

Removing Barriers: Sherwood Community Services Creates Hope

People living with a disability are more likely to live in poverty than those who do not – a scary thought to parents who have… Continue reading

Sherwood Community Services advocates for children, adults, and families by navigating the issues that create barriers.
The Second Chance Foundation serves a hundred individuals a day. Last winter, they handed out 10,000 sleeping bags and served 3,600 meals.

Everyone Deserves a Second Chance

It was Christmas. Alone, homeless, and facing a life of addiction on the street, Jason Cockburn was greeted by a little girl who had been… Continue reading

The Second Chance Foundation serves a hundred individuals a day. Last winter, they handed out 10,000 sleeping bags and served 3,600 meals.
In 2020, YWCA Pathways for Women in Lynnwood provided emergency shelter and essential resources for 120 women and children.

Pathways for Women: YWCA’s Approach to Shelter

Washington state ranks in the top five nationwide for homelessness, with roughly 21,500 residents and families experiencing homelessness in 2021. Women and girls make up… Continue reading

In 2020, YWCA Pathways for Women in Lynnwood provided emergency shelter and essential resources for 120 women and children.
Cocoon House

Snohomish County Youth Find Homes with Heart

Cocoon House launches Connections Host Home Program

Cocoon House
This season, and throughout the year, Hand in Hand welcomes donations of food, clothing, infant supplies and toiletries for Snohomish County children and families in crisis. In addition, the annual toy drive is underway for families struggling to provide gifts for their children during the holidays.

Walk with families Hand in Hand this holiday season

Organization builds connections, vital resources for Snohomish County children and families

This season, and throughout the year, Hand in Hand welcomes donations of food, clothing, infant supplies and toiletries for Snohomish County children and families in crisis. In addition, the annual toy drive is underway for families struggling to provide gifts for their children during the holidays.
Village Community Services' Village Experience Learning Center helps promote community readiness and participation for individuals with diverse abilities.

Building Communities

Village Community Services Makes a Difference for Those with Diverse Abilities

Village Community Services' Village Experience Learning Center helps promote community readiness and participation for individuals with diverse abilities.
Whether it’s occasions shared with loved ones, or the time to indulge a hobby or pastime retirement living should be about doing what you want to do.

Seniors celebrate an extra-special Thanksgiving with family, friends and community

Thanksgiving is about spending time with friends and family, sharing stories, good times, and traditions, not to mention some of your favorite foods! That’s certainly… Continue reading

Whether it’s occasions shared with loved ones, or the time to indulge a hobby or pastime retirement living should be about doing what you want to do.
Northgate Station during testing prior to opening. Light rain vehicles on the guideway and at platform. January 20, 2021.

Northgate Station now open: Fast and convenient bus connections to Light Rail are here!

Local public transit options just got an upgrade as the newest light rail station at Northgate opened on Oct. 2. Today, people traveling from Snohomish… Continue reading

Northgate Station during testing prior to opening. Light rain vehicles on the guideway and at platform. January 20, 2021.
Over 2,000 youth participated in swim lessons this summer at the YMCA of Snohomish County, and the Y’s six pools offered families, adults and seniors the opportunity to play together and stay fit.

The Y made a big splash this summer!

This was a very important summer at the YMCA of Snohomish County during a crucial time in our community. This summer, Y programs positively impacted… Continue reading

Over 2,000 youth participated in swim lessons this summer at the YMCA of Snohomish County, and the Y’s six pools offered families, adults and seniors the opportunity to play together and stay fit.
Comcast’s Lift Zones complement its Internet Essentials program and is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to help connect low-income families to the Internet in and outside of the home.

Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion Now Offers Free Internet to Visitors Thanks to Comcast Lift Zone Program

Initiative Aims to Provide Free WiFi Connectivity in 80 Community Centers in Washington this Year

Comcast’s Lift Zones complement its Internet Essentials program and is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to help connect low-income families to the Internet in and outside of the home.
Comcast’s Lift Zones complement its Internet Essentials program and is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to help connect low-income families to the Internet in and outside of the home.

Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion Now Offers Free Internet to Visitors Thanks to Comcast Lift Zone Program

Initiative Aims to Provide Free WiFi Connectivity in 80 Community Centers in Washington this Year

Comcast’s Lift Zones complement its Internet Essentials program and is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to help connect low-income families to the Internet in and outside of the home.