The QLAW Foundation of Washington
The QLaw Foundation of Washington bridges the divide between the LGBTQ community and legal professionals.
The QLaw Foundation and its volunteers seek to educate the public and the courts about LGBTQ legal issues and empower community members through informed access to the legal and judicial systems.
The QLaw Foundation offers, in conjunction with the King County Bar Association, a free legal clinic that provides free legal advice on LGBTQ issues. We administer a summer fellowship program that partners with non-profit organizations to fund a summer internship position for law and graduate students working on projects that benefit the LGBTQ community and/or people living with HIV/AIDS. The QLaw Foundation also develops educational materials and presentations for the broader legal and non-legal community and works to address the needs of LGBTQ youth.
Pacific Asian Empowerment Program
PAEP or Pacific Asian Empowerment Program was born out of a grassroots demand by Filipinos, Tongans, Hmong, Mien, Laotians, Samoan, Polynesian volunteers, and clients demanding changes from oppression and lack of understanding by larger groups and agencies that had not been culturally sensitive to their heritage and needs.
PAEP and its Senior Nutrition Congregate Meal Program addresses many important issues such as diminishing and alleviating hunger, isolation, loneliness, depression, malnutrition, obesity, inactivity, and sedentary lifestyles. When the seniors come to the meal sites they socialize, exercise, listen to music, sing, dance, eat a healthy and tasty meal using ingredients similar to the foods they were used to eat back home. The seniors receive good, helpful information, peer counselling, information and referral, food bank donated items. They sometimes play bingo, watch the news and discuss issues and current events with others. We are helping families and seniors in the Seattle, King County area to live healthier, happier and more independent lives, thus contributing to an improved community with a healthier and more productive population.
National Resource Center on LGBT Aging
The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging is the country's first and only technical assistance resource center aimed at improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender older adults. Established in 2010 through a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the National Resource Center on LGBT Aging provides training, technical assistance and educational resources to aging providers, LGBT organizations and LGBT older adults. The center is led by SAGE, in collaboration with 18 leading organizations from around the country.
Thrive Senior Advisors
A referral agency for seniors in the Pacific Northwest offering assistance in finding solutions to their housing and care needs.
Hearthstone 62+ Senior Living community
ENJOY NATURE'S FOUR SEASONS
right outside your door.
Set in Seattle’s vibrant and historic Green Lake neighborhood, life at The Hearthstone offers a deep connection to nature. Surrounded by walking paths, stunning vistas, nearby retail, the renown Woodland Park Zoo and best-in-class medical care, our community offers so much to current and potential residents.
With roots in the Lutheran Faith dating back to its inception in the mid-20th century, The Hearthstone honors the faith’s core values of safeguarding, nurturing and caring for all people. Today, The Hearthstone enjoys a reputation as one of western Washington’s most well-respected continuing care retirement communities, welcoming people age 62 or greater of all faiths, genders and orientations.
The Hearthstone campus consists of three buildings: The Flagship Lakeside building on the shores Green Lake, Cove West and Cove East. As a resident in any of our buildings, you’re afforded a full complement of community amenities and CCRC health services. Beyond those invaluable services, The Hearthstone provides a true sense of comfort and belonging to all who are happy to call the community their home.
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SYNERGY HomeCare
SYNERGY HomeCare provides the highest quality non-medical home care services for clients of all ages. SYNERGY HomeCare is a non-medical home care agency--as opposed to a "home healthcare” agency. Home care plans are customized to fit individual needs. A CARE team approach allows participation in the care of loved ones from a distance via the internet. We do not treat LGBTQ seniors any differently than any other client.
Friend to Friend America
Our Mission
To end loneliness in the lives of seniors, one senior at a time, “Friend to Friend”. Friend to Friend America recruits and trains volunteers in the community to visit lonely and isolated seniors.
Friend to Friend America can help
Would you like a visitor? Do you know someone that could benefit from a visiting friend? Are your parents or grandparents living miles away? Are you unable to get there to visit as often as you would like? Would your relative enjoy the company of a friend? Fill out our request form today! (Please note, at this time our service area is limited to Washington State.)
Sammamish Mortgage
Sammamish Mortgage is a family owned and operated lender who has been proudly serving the Pacific Northwest since 1992. We believe in making the mortgage process as transparent as possible and we were a pioneer in allowing clients to price their own loan, track rates and experience an online digital mortgage process. Combining technology with advice from our highly experienced team, we consistently provide an efficient 5-star experience for our clients and referral partners.
BABES Network | YWCA
The BABES Network provides peer support for women living with HIV, focusing on reducing isolation, promoting self-empowerment, and enhancing the quality of life. Services include one-on-one peer counseling, non-medical case management, support groups, educational forums, advocacy, social events and retreats, and a "BABES Talking" quarterly newsletter.
CCS – Catholic Community Services African American Elders Program
The African American Elders Program, run by Catholic Community Services, serve older B/AA who are home bound, hard to serve, low income, and have chronic and/or severe disabilities, living with dementia and related disorders, and are at high risk of premature institutionalization. The program specializes in providing culturally competent and sensitive care specific to B/AA that have lived in a high crime environment and with a lifetime battling discrimination and racism.
The Care Coordinators (CC's) are Master's-prepared Geriatric Social Workers who identify with the long-term effects of racism. They provide assistance to clients who have deficits of one activity of daily living (ADL) and/or two Instrumental (IADL's) deficits; and are unable to access services on their own; and do not have anyone to help them assess these services.
Care Coordination includes conducting a comprehensive assessment that focuses on cognitive and functional areas, evaluation of social circumstances, and resources. The assessment also includes medical diagnosis, nutritional concerns, emotional issues, medication management, safety, support, caregiver needs and continuous support with healthcare providers. This assessment leads to the development of a service plan and implementation. The care coordinators continue to follow-up and monitor the outcomes and status of the service plan for optimal outcomes and to amend service plans as needed.
Follow-up activities includes: home visits, telephone, and electronic communications with clients or their representatives.
Open Doors for Multicultural Families
Open Doors for Multicultural Families (Open Doors or ODMF) provides culturally and linguistically relevant information, services, and programming to culturally and linguistically diverse families of persons with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The families we serve are often immigrants, refugees, and/or people of color. We accomplish this using a “cultural brokering” model. Our staff come from the same culture and speak the same language as the families they serve, and so are able to communicate with the family in their own language, and in a way that will make sense within their cultural context. Additionally, these staff are knowledgeable of disabilities services, Special Education, and other mainstream social services, and to bridge the gap between the families we serve and the services they need. Currently, our bilingual/bicultural Family Support Staff provide services in English, Spanish, Somali, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese, Arabic, Vietnamese, and Khmer.
OASIS
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Oasis Senior Advisors Help You Find the Right Place
When you or your loved one begins searching for living arrangements suited to your care needs, the process can quickly become intimidating. Oasis Senior Advisors offers free, community-based referral senior housing assistance to aid in finding a place just right for you or your loved one. Using our knowledge of local resources and our proprietary OasisIQ™ software, we work with you and your family to help match you with the senior living options that suit your needs and preferences. Our personal one-on-one approach allows us to advise seniors and their families with compassion and informed data based on lifestyle, location, finances, health conditions, and more.
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The Northwest LGBT Senior Care Providers Network
The Northwest LGBT Senior Care Providers Network is a network of senior care providers working together to provide advocacy and quality of care for the LGBT seniors of Washington State. Members offer their expertise in fields that include, but are not limited to, attorneys, community services and senior centers, fiduciaries, financial planning, government agencies, home care agencies, home health agencies, housing providers, information services, insurance providers, moving services, and pharmacy services.
Monthly meetings, with guest speakers, cover a wide array of topics focusing on LGBT elders today and tomorrow.
Cara Lauer
Cara Lauer works with Elderwise as part of her contributions as a member of the Momentia Seattle Stewardship Team.
Korean Women’s Association
Korean Women's Association (also known as KWA) provides services in 11 Western Washington counties with 1,400+ employees serving the diverse needs of more than 10,000 people each year.
Programs and Services Include:
- Senior Wellness
- Benefit Enrollment
- Citizenship Support
- Elder Abuse Advocacy
- Domestic Violence Advocacy & Shelter
- Community & Behavioral Health Navigation
- In-Home Care
- Senior Activity Centers
- Community Center
- Affordable Housing
Our mission is to provide multi-cultural, multi-lingual human services, regardless of race or ethnic background, to diverse communities through education, socialization, advocacy, and support.
Pathways to Healing – Cowlitz Tribal Health & Human Services
It is the mission of the Pathways to Healing Program to honor traditional values and beliefs that promote safety and well-being for Native American/Alaska Native families by providing a holistic approach inform, educate and heal our communities affected by violence.
Mission
The mission of the Cowlitz Tribal Pathways to Healing Program is to honor traditional values and beliefs that promote safety and well being for Native American/Alaska Native families by providing a holistic approach to inform, educate and heal our communities affected by violence.
Eligibility
To be eligible you must be a Native American or Alaska Native (you do not have to be enrolled) who has experienced, or know someone who has experienced, domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence or stalking at any point in your life. Services are also available to clients of all other Health and Human Services Programs regardless of Native identity.
Services offered include:
- Information and Referrals
- Cultural Advocacy
- Community Outreach
- Emergency Services
- Safety Planning
- Legal Advocacy
- Outreach and Prevention Services
- Online Social Media
- Positive Youth Development
- Support to Secondary survivors/victims
- Table Events
- Training
- Transitional Housing
- Medical Advocacy
All services are confidential and available to women, children and men. While the Pathways to Healing Program recognizes that a person can be both a survivor and a perpetrator over the course of their life, the focus of participation in services must be exclusive to the effects of the victimization.
Eldercare Consulting, LLC
As Geriatric Case Managers, we work with individuals/ families to find the best choices for their individual needs. We provide excellent oversight, care and resources to our clients. We assist with doctor appointments, transportation, medication management, selection and logistics of new housing and so much more. We also have a wide variety of vendors who excel in their professions who can assist the client. Examples include moving specialist, meal delivery, transportation services, home organizers, in home companions, medical assistance, lawyers, financial consultants, housekeepers, pet care and so much more. In addition, our work often includes educating clients about their choices for housing such as retirement livings, assisted livings, memory care, Adult Family homes, and hospice. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Retirement Connection
The official website for Retirement Connection Guide- designed for Boomers, Seniors, Caregivers & Providers to search more than 150+ topics of information and connect you with a quick and complete reference of providers and services. Our educational articles, business profiles, event postings, and help pages are available to offer ongoing support. The printed Retirement Connection Guide can be picked up at many convenient locations or ordered from this website. We currently cover four local markets with our print guide. The Portland/Vancouver edition covers Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington and Clark Counties. The Mid-Willamette edition covers Marion, Polk, Yamhill, Benton, Lincoln and Linn Counties. The Southern Oregon edition covers Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, Medford and Roseburg. The Puget Sound edition covers Snohomish, King and Pierce Counties.
Cecily Kaplan
Cecily Kaplan works with the Alzheimer's Association as part of their contribution as a member of the Momentia Seattle Stewardship Team.
Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank
In downtown Seattle, the Pike Market Senior Center strives to make each day better and safer for older adults; the Pike Market Food Bank serves people of all ages who face hunger. Together, we provide services, activities, and support that lead to more self sufficient and fulfilling lives.
The Pike Market Senior Center has three major programs, Senior Nutrition, Social Services, and Wellness/Engagement.
- Senior Nutrition - PMSC serves two free meals to adults age 55 and older every day of the week. Please see our nondiscrimination policy.
- Social Services and Resident Advocacy - Social workers are available to help clients find shelter and housing, access medical care, and to connect seniors with assistance programs like social security and food stamps. Residents of the housing within Pike Place Market are served by the Resident Advocate to ensure they receive the support necessary for them to remain independent and healthy.
- Wellness-Engagement - PMSC offers fitness, art classes, trips and other activities to promote health and social engagement. A full schedule of classes and activities is available in the monthly newsletter, Parsley, Sage and Time (available online on our front page).
- People of any age my visit the Pike Market Senior Center to select food for their dog or cat. We offer two cans and one bag of pet food per person, while supplies last. This service is offered through the very kind support of the Seattle Humane.
Disability Empowerment Center
Disability Empowerment Center provides our community in King County with access to resources and peer support. We are a nonprofit dedicated to helping people of all abilities find services to live as independently as you choose. We offer you choices in an empowering setting whether you are looking to learn new skills, join a peer support group, get help transitioning into living on your own or find other community-based services.
We help you find and access community resources and services for employment, transportation, housing, communication, benefits and more.
We empower you to perfect the life skills you need to live as independently as you want.
We support people transitioning from institutional living to living on their own.
We facilitate peer groups to help you share your experience and gain resources and support from other people with disabilities.
We advocate for policies and programs that make sure disabled people like us have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
We partner with businesses to ensure workplaces are accessible and inclusive to all.
Disability Empowerment Center
Disability Empowerment Center provides our community in King County with access to resources and peer support. We are a nonprofit dedicated to helping people of all abilities find services to live as independently as you choose. We offer you choices in an empowering setting whether you are looking to learn new skills, join a peer support group, get help transitioning into living on your own or find other community-based services.
We help you find and access community resources and services for employment, transportation, housing, communication, benefits and more.
We empower you to perfect the life skills you need to live as independently as you want.
We support people transitioning from institutional living to living on their own.
We facilitate peer groups to help you share your experience and gain resources and support from other people with disabilities.
We advocate for policies and programs that make sure disabled people like us have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
We partner with businesses to ensure workplaces are accessible and inclusive to all.
Disability Empowerment Center
Disability Empowerment Center provides our community in King County with access to resources and peer support. We are a nonprofit dedicated to helping people of all abilities find services to live as independently as you choose. We offer you choices in an empowering setting whether you are looking to learn new skills, join a peer support group, get help transitioning into living on your own or find other community-based services.
We help you find and access community resources and services for employment, transportation, housing, communication, benefits and more.
We empower you to perfect the life skills you need to live as independently as you want.
We support people transitioning from institutional living to living on their own.
We facilitate peer groups to help you share your experience and gain resources and support from other people with disabilities.
We advocate for policies and programs that make sure disabled people like us have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
We partner with businesses to ensure workplaces are accessible and inclusive to all.
Disability Empowerment Center
Disability Empowerment Center provides our community with access to resources and peer support. We are a nonprofit dedicated to helping people of all abilities find services to live as independently as you choose. We offer you choices in an empowering setting whether you are looking to learn new skills, join a peer support group, get help transitioning into living on your own or find other community-based services.
Drugrehab.com
Substance use disorders have a greater effect on LGBTQ+ people than on the heterosexual population. The LGBTQ+ community must overcome several obstacles, including being denied substance abuse treatment because of their sexual identity. However, through the proper understanding and accommodation of LGBTQ+ care principles, substance abuse treatment can be successful.
Members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community have rates of substance abuse higher than those of the general population. Their daily battles with discrimination and stigma cause high levels of stress that may push them toward drug and alcohol use.
At DrugRehab.com, our mission is to equip patients and families with the best information, resources and tools to overcome addiction and pursue lifelong recovery. We are here to help you or your loved one every step of the way.
SCS – Seattle Counseling Service
The Seattle Counseling Service (SCS) is committed to providing accessible services to all of our community. We have continuously found innovative strategies to meet the behavioral health needs of our diverse and complex LGBTQ community.
Areas of focus include:
Consultation + training: SCS staff are experts in issues relating to the LGBTQ community and can also speak generally or specifically about mental health and/or chemical dependency.
Testing + sexual health: We partner with other community organizations to provide free, confidential testing that is open to all. We also offer safe sex supplies and safe sex kits.
Support groups: Support groups can help provide a place to discuss your feelings, share information, and connect with peers and other members of the LGBTQ community.
We offer a sliding fee scale in addition to accepting Medicaid and many insurance plans.
Burien Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Areas of focus include:
Nursing Services | 24-hour skilled care and rehabilitation services.
Social Services | Assisting patients and their families during transitional periods, providing essential information, managing requests and concerns, and helping in care planning and discharge planning.
Rehabilitation | Individualized programs to reach goals of increased independence and ability. Patient families are also encouraged to participate in therapy sessions, caregiver education, and training.
Long Term and End of Life Care | Care focusing on differing populations of individuals--many patients require several days or weeks of medical care and therapy before they can safely return home or to a lower level of care.
Trillium Employment Services
Trillium Employment Services
We are a business resource helping Washington companies build an inclusive workforce and partners with businesses to assist with staffing efficiencies. We are not your traditional staffing company that just fills open positions.
Trillium helps businesses recruit, train and advance employees with developmental disabilities. We believe businesses are stronger when they have diverse abilities in their workforce. We offer companies solutions that fill labor gaps, strengthen business, and improve diversity.
Trillium is a nonprofit organization, serving Washington since 1983. We are funded through public resources, so businesses do not pay for Trillium’s consultation services.
The QLAW Foundation of Washington
Pacific Asian Empowerment Program
National Resource Center on LGBT Aging
Thrive Senior Advisors
Hearthstone 62+ Senior Living community
SYNERGY HomeCare
Sammamish Mortgage
BABES Network | YWCA
CCS – Catholic Community Services African American Elders Program
Open Doors for Multicultural Families
OASIS
Korean Women’s Association
Pathways to Healing – Cowlitz Tribal Health & Human Services
Eldercare Consulting, LLC
Retirement Connection
Cecily Kaplan
Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank
Disability Empowerment Center
Disability Empowerment Center
Drugrehab.com
SCS – Seattle Counseling Service
