Serving homeless youth with a continuum of customized care
King County's new homeless youth Initiative puts a premium on organizing providers, bundling services and personalizing delivery for a youthful clientele.
Judy Lightfoot
Judy Lightfoot writes about how the region's people confront a variety of challenges. She often draws on her weekly one-on-one coffees with individuals sharing our public spaces who are socially isola
Latest work
For foster kids, grownup mentors make all the difference
New programs in Washington connect foster youth with adults who help them build financial independence and a place in the community.
Politics
Should Washington create special family courts?
Community leaders and panelists discuss amending the state Constitution to establish family courts statewide.
New hub home approach helps support - and recruit - foster parents
A new model creates extended foster families that care for the adults who are caring for the kids.
When kin step in
Research shows that kids who stay with family are far more likely to lead normal, healthy lives.