This week, we’re celebrating the dedicated, caring people in our Programs and Services division. This team is a critical resource for clients at all stages of the court process. Our personal recognizance screeners are a key point of contact for people accused of a crime as they first enter the… [ Keep reading ]
In this week’s Community Corner newsletter: Reentry Support: Are you interested in one-on-one support from people with the same life experiences as you? Check out the following programs from Freedom Project: Reentry (Re)Call: A weekly phone support circle for those who have been formally incarcerated, whether it’s been a few… [ Keep reading ]
In this week’s Community Corner newsletter: We are back! Beginning Wednesday, July 14, the CRC will reopen to the public from 8:30 a.m.– 4 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday until further notice. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing when you visit.Our number one priority is keeping our… [ Keep reading ]
Beginning July 14, the Community Resource Center at Seattle Municipal Court will be open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The CRC offers bus tickets, emergency food bags, long-life food boxes, COVID-19 hygiene kits, clothing, and information and referrals to social services. On-site providers and services… [ Keep reading ]
In this week’s Community Corner newsletter: Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors During COVID-19: DV-related homicides in King County nearly doubled in 2020, as compared to 2018 and 2019. The National Domestic Violence Hotline reported 258 calls from King County residents in March 2021 alone, which is the highest call volume since… [ Keep reading ]
This week’s big news: the Community Resource Center (CRC) is reopening to the public soon! Beginning July 14, the CRC will be open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On-site providers and services include: MPS Lifeline: Free phone with unlimited minutes and text, 25 GB data… [ Keep reading ]
In this week’s Community Corner newsletter: Eviction Moratorium Extended Until September 30: Seattle has extended a moratorium on residential, nonprofit, and small business evictions through September 30, 2021. This three-month extension will ensure the City can provide the cash rental assistance and housing support that is critical to stabilizing the… [ Keep reading ]
In this week’s issue of the Community Corner newsletter: Child Care for Families Experiencing Homelessness: The Child Care Aware of Washington Family Center is a statewide call center assisting families in finding licensed child care providers, navigating child care financial assistance options, finding alternative forms of care, and connecting families… [ Keep reading ]
In this week’s issue of the Community Corner newsletter: COVID-19 Bill Assistance Program: Puget Sound Energy has recently relaunched itsCOVID Bill Assistance Program to help residential customers facing financial hardship due to COVID-19. This program allows customers to receive up to $2,500 in additional utility bill payment assistance, up to… [ Keep reading ]
In this week’s issue of the Community Corner newsletter: Homelessness prevention financial assistance for veterans: Supportive Services for Veteran Families(SSVF) has funds to provide financial assistance to eligible veterans at risk of experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 outbreak. Veterans must meet the eligibility criteria and be able to provide verification… [ Keep reading ]
