May 2009:Contact us:24-Hour Crisis Line(206) 461-3222(866) 4CRISIS or(866) 427-4747(206) 461-3219 TTY24 hours, daily2-1-1 Community
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(206) 461-3200(800) 211-WASH(206) 461-3610 TTYM-F, 8am-6pm Teen Link(206) 461-4922(866) TEENLINK or (866) 833-6546(206) 461-3219 TTY6-10pm, nightlyBusiness Office1515 Dexter Ave NSuite 300Seattle, WA 98109(206) 461-3210Fax: (206) 461-8368M-F, 8am-5pmVolunteer Services(206) 461-3210 ext. 611M-F, 8am-5pmNational Women’s Health WeekWednesday, May 13 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
915 2nd Ave, Seattle Educational sessions and a resource fair will be at the Jackson Federal Building. Educational sessions include “Financial Fitness in a Fragile Economy,” “Safety at Home and at Work,” and “Social Security and What Every Woman Should Know.” Event organized by the Seattle Federal Executive Board, US Dept of Health & Human Services: Office on Women’s Health, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Administration for Children and Families, and the Department of Labor-Women’s Bureau. For details, call (206) 615-3667. Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline WayMay 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m., May 8, 9, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
The Puget Sound Alderian Society is organizing a program where parents learn positive discipline through experiential exercises. Positive discipline teaches important social and life skills such as respect, concern for others, problem solving and cooperation. Cost is $330. For details, call (425) 530-1289. Communities Count 2008 Report Now AvailableThe 2008 Communities Count report has been recently issued by Public Health - Seattle & King County. The report, presents a broad range of social and health trends and indicators on basic needs, academic achievement and school readiness, safety, health, housing, arts and culture, and the natural and built environments. For more information on this report, please click here. Washington New Americans Program Helps with CitizenshipOneAmerica has partnered with the American Immigration Lawyers Association and community organizations across Washington to provide the following services: · Information about the naturalization process · Citizenship application assistance (N-400 forms only) · Legal review of applications by a volunteer attorney or accredited representative. Also provides free workshops to help with preparation for the citizenship interview and information about community engagement. For details and an appointment, call (877) 926-3924. Did You Know?You can find the phone numbers of the Homeless Student Liaisons in each school district in King County on our Community Resources Online database? The list can be viewed by using the keyword “Homeless School Transition Programs.” Families seeking shelter are often unaware that school districts must provide transportation back to a student’s school of origin. Free Dental Screening
May 30, 10 a.m. - Noon17018 15th Ave NE
Shoreline Family Support CenterShoreline Family Support Center will host an event called “Husky Smiles” for children, ages six months through 12 years. Kids will receive a free dental screening and fluoride treatment from University of Washington School of Dentistry students. Participants must register to attend. For details and to register, call (206) 631-8836. 2009 Housing Washington Conference Announced
Sept. 29th-30th.Spokane Convention CenterAffordable housing service providers are invited to the annual state conference, organized by the Washington State Coalition for the Homeless. Check the Web site at www.wshfc.org/conf for updated speaker information as well as for scholarship applications and guidelines. | Flu Tips for Homeless Programs
From Healthcare for the Homeless NetworkTip # 1: As Usual, Monitor Your Clients for Flu Symptoms, and Refer to Care if Necessary. Symptoms of Swine Flu in Humans The symptoms of swine flu are similar to symptoms of regular human flu. Fever, fatigue, body aches, headache and cough and are common. In addition to these symptoms, people with swine flu also have reported runny nose, vomiting and diarrhea. Clients with the following symptoms should be referred to a health care provider or clinic: · Fever, plus any of the following: · Rapidly worsening illness · Complaining of being very sick or unable get around as they normally would. · Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath · Severe cough or severe sore throat · Chest pain If the following symptoms are mild, medical attention is not typically required: · Runny nose or nasal stuffiness · Mild headache · Body aches · Mild GI upset (more often seen in children) or poor appetite. Please keep in mind that these are basic guidelines. Use your judgment. If your client is fragile or has underlying medical problems like diabetes, heart disease or lung disease, they may be more vulnerable to the flu and its complications. What to do if a client has flu symptoms? · Offer tissues, a plastic bag to dispose of tissues, and hand sanitizer. · If they cannot cover their mouth when they cough, offer a mask. · Do your best to isolate the person from others. · Encourage drinking fluids and monitor for worsening symptoms. Questions or concerns about swine flu? · Call the Public Health swine flu hotline at (877) 903-5464 · Call the Washington State Department of Health at (888) 703-4364 · Call the Centers for Disease Control at (800) 232-4636 Tip # 2: Pay Extra Attention to Your Prevention Efforts · Wash hands often or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Make sure all rest rooms are well stocked with soap and paper towels. · Provide hand sanitizer at key locations in your agency (by entry, phone, computers, elevators...) · Cover your cough with inner elbow, inside of shirt/coat collar or tissues. Ask clients to cover their cough. Post signs to remind everyone. · Avoid touching your face, nose, eyes, and mouth. · Staff should stay home if they have flu symptoms; limit contact with others to keep from infecting them. · Stock up on supplies of tissues and hand sanitizer. Have masks on hand also. · Provide plastic-lined wastebaskets in your facility for used tissues and masks. Keep a supply of gloves for staff to use when picking up used tissues or emptying wastebaskets. · Clean and sanitize frequently touched surfaces several times per shift during cold and flu season. Pay particular attention to doorknobs, banisters, tabletops, and handrails. Tip # 3: Stay Informed Monitor the news and any special information or instructions from Public Health. Important news alerts are posted here: http://www.kingcounty.gov/health/swineflu Other resources that may be helpful: An Influenza Pandemic Planning Guide for Homeless and Housing Service Providers Seattle-King County, Washington Edition #1: December 2006 http://www.pandemicpractices.org/files/71/71_guide.pdf Disaster Planning for People Experiencing Homelessness by Sabrina Edgington National Health Care for the Homeless Council, March 2009 http://www.nhchc.org/DisasterPlanning_FNLDRFT3.pdf Shelter Health: Essentials of Care for People Living in Shelter by Ken Kraybill and Jeff Olivet National Health Care for the Homeless Council, December 2005 http://www.nhchc.org/shelterhealth.html • Senior Voucher Program Accepting ApplicationsThe Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program is now accepting applications for the 2009 season. The program provides a voucher for eligible older adults to use at Farmers Markets throughout King County. Eligible applicants must be: · 60 years old or older (or 55+ for Native Americans), AND · Low-income (below 185% of Federal Poverty Level) To download an application, click here. Applications are also available through Senior Information & Assistance (I&A) programs. Completed application forms must be received by May 29th. Because of the limited number available, vouchers will be distributed by a random selection process from the total applications received. All applicants will receive a letter in June informing them of their status. • Return to the top
Critical Resource Updates
Compiled by Resource Center StaffIt is always recommended to check Community Resources Online for additional information and for the most current information updates of the following resources. Lutheran Community Services Northwest – Cascade People’s Center provides a community kitchen for people to prepare, heat and eat meals during open hours in exchange for tidying up after and completing a kitchen task such as loading or unloading the diswasher, sweeping the floor, emptying the garbage and recycling. During the first week of May, 41 King County Library System libraries will open one hour early, allotting a total of 328 extra hours for people to explore resources at their community library. During the first two open hours every day that week, librarians will demonstrate the latest job-search tools. During the months of May and June, Seattle Municipal Court is waiving all collection fees and interest for past due tickets. Payments can be made by coming to the court in person or by calling the phone center at (206) 684-5600. A new shelter for single, homeless women – Sophia Way – has opened on the Eastside and is a program of Eastside Interfaith Social Concerns Council. The shelter is located atBellevue First Congregational Church during the week and at a host church on the weekends. • Return to the top May and June Selected Resources
Compiled by Crisis Clinic’s Resource Center StaffThis column highlights timely resources in the community information database that might otherwise go unnoticed by our users. It is always recommended to check Community Resources Online for additional information and for the most current information concerning the following resources. May Resource Highlights Bike Works
On May 9, Bike Works will be hosting its annual Bike Swap from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your outgrown or unwanted bike to Genesee Playfield (4316 S Genesee St, Seattle) and exchange it for one that fits you better. Get there early to get a good deal! Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Individual campsites at more than 45 Washington state parks are available for reservations May 15 through Sept. 15. Phone and online reservations may be made up to nine months in advance or as close as one day before camping, depending on availability. June Resource Highlights Overlake Service League
Provides children's school clothing vouchers throughout the summer; call for a home visit in June. Serves school children, ages 4 through 15. Must be residents of Bellevue School District (98004, 98005, 98006, 98007 and 98008). A home visit is required for assistance. (425) 451-1175. ROAR - Resources, Opportunities, Advocacy and Referrals Places low-income and homeless children, ages 9 through 16, in one of three week-long overnight summer camps. All camps are Christian-focused and incorporate Bible study and prayer into campers' daily activities. Other activities include swimming, boating, arts & crafts, hiking and music. ROAR provides participants with camping supplies such as clothing, shoes, toiletries, towels, sleeping bags and other accessory items such as instant cameras, flashlights etc. Provides drop-off and pick-up at the beginning and end of each session. Call and register by June (206) 634-1977. • Return to the top 
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