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Welcoming March at Tahoma Northwest: A Season for Sowing Seeds of Wellness
As March arrives, we step into a season of renewal—a time when longer days and signs of spring invite us to plant new seeds of hope, healing, and growth. At Tahoma Northwest, we believe that wellness blooms strongest when nurtured in community, and peer support plays a vital role in that journey.
This month, we’re celebrating the small steps that lead to big change. Whether someone is beginning their mental health journey or tending to the roots they’ve already planted, peer support creates space for connection, understanding, and shared strength. Just as new growth needs sunlight and care, each of us benefits from support, compassion, and the reminder that we’re not alone.
Here’s to a month of growth, renewal, and walking alongside one another as we cultivate wellness together.
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Women’s History Month Spotlight
March is a time to honor the strength, vision, and resilience of women who have shaped our history and continue to push our communities forward. From trailblazers who broke barriers to the everyday leaders who inspire through compassion and courage, we celebrate the invaluable contributions women make in every sphere of life. Let’s continue championing equity, elevating women’s voices, and creating space for future generations of women to lead, thrive, and change the world.
Celebrate the women in your life this month and learn more about changemakers of our past.
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Tahoma Northwest Is Launching a Washington State Fathers Network Chapter!
We’re excited to share that Tahoma Northwest is officially launching a local chapter of the Washington State Fathers Network. This new chapter will create space for fathers of children with special health or developmental needs to connect, share experiences, and build strength together.
As we begin this journey, we’ll be offering dedicated groups for fathers, along with special events and gatherings designed to foster connection, support, and empowerment. Our goal is to honor the unique experiences of fathers and create a supportive community where no one has to navigate their path alone.
More details will be coming soon—we can’t wait to grow this community with you.
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- Ep. 2 Justice for Giovanni
After a brief pause between Episodes 1 and 2, we’re back today with a brand‑new installment of Justice for Giovanni. In this episode, my first guest, Jessica, joins me for a thoughtful peer review of James Baldwin’s Giovanni’s Room. Together, we explore emotional fortitude, the many ways we express ourselves, and how Baldwin’s work opens the door to both.
Fun fact: today’s guest also happens to be my fiancé—which makes this conversation all the more special.
Enjoy the episode!
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Jones Community Solutions provides Consultation, Leadership Trainings & Community Hospitality to local organizations and the individuals and communities that utilize their services. With a focus on Intentional Peer Support, we meet you where you are and help you navigate community resources. Our goal is to provide both short-term and long-term solutions to immediate crisis situations.
JCS is a trusted partner to Tahoma Northwest. Our partnership helps our community thrive by providing a range of support. To learn more about JCS please follow the link below!
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Have questions about the updated Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) certification process? Join us for an informative session with Ted Dale, Program Manager at the Washington State Department of Health (DOH).
Ted oversees the Certified Peer Support Specialist Program, and he will walk us through everything you need to know and answer any questions you may have.
If you don't have an account on the Washington Peer Network- email or follow the link below to sign up.
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Crisis Awareness and Communication in Peer Support Training or CACPS- Virtual
Crisis Awareness and Communication in Peer Support, is designed for licensed and credentialed peer support workers who wish to increase their skills in working with individuals experiencing crisis. This 1-week training in person will help you do this!
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FREE FINANCIAL EDUCATION
WHEN: Tuesday-Thursday, March 24-26, 2026, 6pm. Additional dates available throughout 2026.
WHERE: Online.
WHAT: Pathways to Wealth & Resources is a three-evening intensive course designed to build your financial baseline. We’ll strip away the jargon and perform technical audits on your paystubs, banking, and credit. Move from systemic hurdles to actionable power.
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Support Black Community & Connection
Hey, Black Seattle! is a community-centered information hub designed to strengthen connection, visibility, and well-being for ~300,000 Black residents of the Greater Seattle Area by reducing the emotional and mental strain of isolation.
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Building Immigrant & Refugee Power in Washington State.
Find resources to know your rights and get support.
WAISN builds collective power for immigrants and refugees across Washington through peaceful, non-violent, community led action. We believe Washingtonians should have dignity, respect and autonomy, regardless of immigration status.
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Food Lifeline and Feeding America have a great search tool to find food resources near you. If you are struggling and need help please click on the link below for support!
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Featured Read: 5 Easy Recipes for Cooking With Dad
This All Pro Dad article encourages dads to build confidence in the kitchen and create meaningful moments with their kids through simple, fun cooking. It highlights five easy recipes—like pan‑seared white fish, a hearty skillet dinner, and a family‑friendly stew—that are designed to be approachable even for beginners. Each recipe offers a chance for dads to involve their kids in small tasks, strengthen connection, and show care through shared meals. The message is simple: cooking together doesn’t have to be complicated to be special.
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Family Fun Crafts and Books for Kids
This Tiny Blue House offers a vibrant collection of St. Patrick’s Day crafts and hands‑on activities, all organized by theme and paired with picture books to deepen learning. Crafts include rainbow‑inspired projects—like mosaic art, lacing crafts, and colorful suncatchers—that help kids build fine motor skills, explore colors, and spark creativity. Each activity includes a suggested children’s book to extend discussion and connect stories to art, making the crafting experience more meaningful and educational.
It’s a screen‑free, literacy‑rich way for families to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
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St. Patrick’s Day in America became far more festive than its Irish origins. What began as a quiet religious feast in Ireland transformed into a lively celebration in the U.S., where Irish immigrants in the 18th and 19th centuries turned March 17 into a proud display of cultural identity with parades, music, and all things green.
Read an interesting article of the history in the US below!
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Did you know?
Tahoma NW has amazing resources on our website, including links to some great Fatherhood Blogs. Come check it out!
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