Are you (or anyone you know) 55 and older and passionate about making a difference? Solid Ground and RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) invite you to learn more at the next virtual information session on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 11am-12:15pm. solid-ground.org/events/4-18-23
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Did you know that #Medicare covers annual mammogram screenings for breast cancer? Find out about what other preventative services Medicare will cover. Talk with a Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisor (SHIBA) volunteer to learn more: 206.753.4806 or shiba@solid-ground.org
Have you received any kind of support from Solid Ground in the last two years? If so, your feedback is vital — & we want to hear from you! 💡
Please visit solid-ground.org/feedback/ or scan the QR code to take our short survey (available in multiple languages). Thank you! 💛
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Seattle has ERs for physical injuries, but what about a behavioral crisis? With only one 46-bed facility, many are left without the treatment they need. That’s why we endorsed King County Prop 1, a new levy on the ballot that will help close the gap.
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This week on Resource Wire: Registration for summer camps starts next week (with scholarships available), plus last-minute tax help from , a program for seniors to get free fresh produce, and more! 👇
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Have you received any kind of support from Solid Ground in the last two years? If so, your feedback is vital — & we want to hear from you! 💡
Please visit solid-ground.org/feedback/ or scan the QR code to take our short survey (available in multiple languages). Thank you! 💛
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Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month from all of us at Solid Ground! We couldn't be more grateful for all 919 volunteers who have supported our community over the last year. No matter how you showed up, thanks for being a great neighbor! 💚
and in November, voters in Seattle will be asked to renew the city's Housing Levy. All three levies will be crucially important in addressing our housing, homelessness, and mental health crises.
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It's important to note that this is just the first of 3 opportunities that voters will have this year to invest in a better future for our neighbors.
In April, King County voters will have a chance to renew the Veterans, Seniors & Human Services Levy... (2/3)
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We agree with 100%! Solid Ground has endorsed Prop 1 because we believe everybody who experiences a mental health crisis should have a place to go to get immediate help.
This is a crucial and long overdue investment in the health of our communities. (1/3)
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Why the platinum-selling rapper has become a pitchman of sorts for the local property tax levy that will appear on voters’ ballots this month. seattletimes.com/seattle-news/p
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During the closure, tenants can call 2.1.1 or: - Live Tenant Resource Line (for people facing eviction): 206.580.0762 - ELAP’s Housing Intake Line: English: 425.747.7274 | Español: 425.620.2778 OR fill out ELAP’s Housing Stability Intake Form: elap.wufoo.com/forms/z13rnu4j
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NOTICE: Solid Ground's Tenant Services Voice Message Line will be CLOSED for the week of Monday-Friday, April 10-14 2023. We'll reopen on Monday, April 17 2023.
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Need to break your lease to escape a dangerous situation, but don't know where to start? Our next Rent Smart webinar is all about how to break a lease when your safety is in jeopardy.
Learn more & sign up here 👇 solid-ground.org/events/rent-sm
On this week's Resource Wire: we’ve got tips for a shorter wait time at DSHS, opportunities for low-income seniors to make some money, and a career day for women and gender-expansive folks — plus, a bunch of upcoming job fairs and hiring events!
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You can learn more about PCC's impact with Solid Ground on our blog:
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We've got a new addition to the Giving Garden 🌞 The Hoop House will help us extend the growing season & allow more planting options for culturally appropriate food. Thank you for supporting our vision towards a nourished community! 🌿
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Need a reason to be at our Building Community Event on May 11? Say less! Whether you're looking to make new connections, draw inspiration from your community, or catch the live concert, we'll be happy to have you there 🤩
RSVP here: bit.ly/3U30O83
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Friday 3/31 is the last chance to apply for the Washington Family Relief fund! We've also got resources for the Family Tax credit, phone service help, free events and more. Find it all in this week's Resource Wire 🔗
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In February 2023, removed the names of key Black feminist scholars from its AP African American Studies Official Framework. Join in uplifting their names and contributions:
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This #WomensHistoryMonth, we commit to celebrating the women who tell our stories, and to resist the attack on the inclusion of these authors in schools. Learn more and join in uplifting their names and contributions:
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In Feb 2023, removed the names of several Black feminist scholars from its AP African American Studies course.
Join us in uplifting their names & contributions in honor of #InternationalWomensDay
#UpliftBlackFeministScholars 🧵⬇️
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Are you or any of your family members close to retirement and wondering how to enroll in #Medicare? Our SHIBA volunteer Medicare advisors are presenting an IN-PERSON workshop at the Bellevue Library on Saturday, April 8, 11am. Register at solid-ground.org/events/medicar
Our Policy Manager Sara will testify today at Senate Ways & Means to advocate for a #budget that works for folks who use Housing & Essential Needs (HEN) program to pay rent, cover basics. This core state program helps people get & stay housed.
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We're excited to announce our biggest event of the year, Solid Ground's Annual Building Community Event: Overcoming Barriers to Social Justice! Join us for an evening to celebrate progress, connect with community, and enjoy live music performances 🎵
If you missed this event, we’ll have the full recording from the Salon on our Youtube channel soon — stay tuned!
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We saw a lot of friends last night at our Equitable Eating Salon! HUGE thank you to our panelists from , , , , and for sharing their fruitful knowledge 🌻🍓🌿
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Wonderful turnout for this community panel on food justice organized by
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Our Salon event is just one day away! We're so excited to have you join this conversation with our panel on creating food justice here in King County. 
There's still time to save your seat: bit.ly/3XxuiLq
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This week's Resource Wire is packed with important info, especially for folks who have Medicare/Apple Health coverage and folks who qualify for the Housing & Essential Needs (HEN) program. All that, plus job fairs, rent help, and free activities for kids!
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Our Salon event is just one day away! We're so excited to have you join this conversation with our panel on creating food justice here in King County. 🍎
There's still time to save your seat: bit.ly/3XxuiLq
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Other than the driving element, becoming an Access driver for Solid Ground requires some other key skills: empathy, ability to adapt, and knowing how to support people with disabilities as they travel around Seattle 🚌
Later on that same Wednesday at 3p: the 3rd and final installment of 's Rent Smart: Housing Search series - Renting With An Eviction on Your Record.
Learn what rights you have and successfully navigate to find housing.
Register at the link!
kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/638789b
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Happy Monday, everyone! Here are some renters rights/tenant advocacy events happening this week! Starting Wednesday at noon, in-person with . Though this presentation is geared towards our elder/senior community members, all are welcome to attend!
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Thank you AmeriCorps volunteers and happy #AmeriCorpsWeek! Are you 55+ and passionate about making a difference in your community? Join Solid Ground & the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program for a virtual info session on April 18 at 11am to learn more. solid-ground.org/events/4-18-23
What food justice questions do you have for our panel? Let us know in the comments or in our DMs! 📥
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We're gearing up for our Social Justice Salon at next week, and we're VERY excited to hear from these community leaders on how we can move towards more equitable eating in #KingCounty🍎
Learn about our panelists by checking out their bios 👇
solid-ground.org/events/sjs-3-2
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This week's Resource Wire is up on our blog! No thread today, but there's still plenty of opportunities and resources: like an updated Reduced Cost Services Guide and scholarships for summer programs in Seattle. 🧡
In 2022, Solid Ground supported over 300 volunteers age 55+ through the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program, funded by AmeriCorps Seniors. Collectively, they served 30,000 hours, worth almost $1 million, to meet critical community needs. #AmeriThanks, volunteers! #AmeriCorpsWeek
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WA state doesn’t limit how much landlords can charge in late fees, but we know that a $10 limit would help renters stay at home. Auburn & Burien have already taken the lead on ending predatory charges - here's how you can help Seattle follow their lead:
Happy #AmeriCorpsWeek! It’s time to celebrate the positive impact of the millions who chose to serve our nation through and . Join us in saying #AmeriThanks to our RSVP volunteers and all AmeriCorps volunteers who #GetThingsDone from coast to coast.
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