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Good health makes a difference throughout our daily lives: at home, at work, shopping for groceries. People who are physically and mentally well are more involved, productive and empowered.


 

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Treeswing »For the past four years, Treeswing has been a leading voice on the issue of childhood obesity. We are working to build generations of active, healthy communities by changing the culture and behaviors within homes, schools and communities.
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Tiny Tots Development Center »Since 1969 Tiny Tots Development Center (TTDC)has provided licensed, accredited childcare, after school care and Early Learning Education services for low-to-middle income children from birth to age 12.
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Center for Human Services »Center for Human Services (CHS) is a private, nonprofit agency whose mission is to strengthen the community through counseling, education, and support to children, youth, adults, & families in North King County and South Snohomish County.
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Recent Foundation Activities
Health & Wellness Forum
The Seattle Foundation hosted a conversation with nonprofit organizations on Health & Wellness issues facing our community. Forty nonprofit representatives attended the community forum. TSF was interested in hearing their thoughts on the key issues in the community and what opportunities there are for The Seattle Foundation to respond.
Success Story
Informal Health, Fitness and Social Activities Support Healthy Lifestyles
The YMCA of Greater Seattle provides opportunities for youth and adults to participate in health, fitness and social activities that support healthy lifestyles. Informal options, such as walking clubs that meet at work lunch, make it possible for people to be active where they work.
21.3%, or about 11,000 King County students in grade 8, 10, and 12 are overweight.
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Health of King County Report
The Health of King County is a synthesis of public health data designed to provide a broad overview of the health of King County residents.
Washington ranks 11 in nation in overall health
Washington state ranks No. 11 in the country in overall health, according to the latest "America's Health Rankings" survey. 
County Health Rankings
The County Health Rankings study examines factors such as life expectancy and smoking rates to determine a county's health and helps policymakers see a clearer picture of the needs of their communities.
Children's Health Initiative
In early 2007, King County Executive Ron Sims, the King County Council, and community partners established the Children’s Health Initiative (CHI) to identify and enroll children in the public health insurance programs for which they were eligible.
Childhood Obesity Factsheet
A fact sheet compiled by the Children's Alliance on childhood obesity

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