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A Legacy Rooted in Family

Sherry Nebel has deep roots with Wellspring Family Services and has chosen to plant seeds for future families in our community by including Wellspring in her estate plans. A Seattle…

Volunteering Benefits Your Body, Mind, and Community

Today’s headlines are filled with anxiety-inducing news. It’s easy to get lost in worrying about the present and the future. These emotions can drain our energy and keep us from…

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Hidden Homelessness Among Employees and How Employers Can Help

In fact, 64.4% of employees nationwide live paycheck to paycheck and struggle to handle unexpected expenses, leading to homelessness. Furthermore, the cost of living, particularly in major cities, has increased…

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Wellspring’s Counseling Services to Permanently Close on March 31, 2023

For over 100 years, Wellspring Family Services has been proud to deliver mental health services throughout Greater Seattle as part of our mission to end family homelessness. Unfortunately, due to…

Navigating Uncertainty and Building Resilience

Significant events involving global unrest, nationwide economic shifts, and unsettling community violence are causing widespread uncertainty and anxiety for many. Whether directly or indirectly impacted, it’s important to remember that…

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Achieving Your Goals with Professional Guidance

Setting goals can be an effective and powerful tool for self-improvement. Goals help to provide structure and direction, as well as give us something to strive for. However, it is…

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Leadership Combined with Service Drives Young Professionals

Ending family homelessness is a complex issue that requires an entire community to work as one. An essential component of supporting Wellspring Family Services’ mission is the Wellspring Associate Board…

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It’s More Than a Ride

The Wellspring community really stepped up this holiday season to provide more than 4,200 new toys and gifts for children and teens facing or experiencing homelessness in our community. More…

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Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season

Loss and grief can happen anytime, but the impact may feel even more significant during the holidays. Getting through cherished traditions when dealing with difficult emotions can be painful and…

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1,000 Gifts Still Needed for Children Facing Homelessness

It’s time again for the annual Wellspring Giving Together Gift Drive for children and teens facing or experiencing homelessness. The gift drive runs through December 20, and we are so…

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