This "Community Voices" special, hosted by Angela Poe Russell, focuses on accessible and affordable mental health care in King County. The episode will discuss the implementation of a voter-approved King County tax funding Crisis Care Centers, with one already operational in Kirkland and four more planned. Panelists include Daniel Malone from the Downtown Emergency Services Center, Amy Dodgion from Swedish Hospital, Dr. Matt Goldman, Jennifer Winslow from the Crisis Care Centers, as well as State Rep. Nicole Marci and Community Member Paul Rosenthal, who will discuss the new Crisis Care Centers. The special will also address community tensions regarding center locations, options for youths, and accessibility for community members, aiming to encourage early intervention for mental health issues.
