This October brings a moment to reflect, recommit, and act. It’s a time to recognize the importance of mental health, honor those we serve, and renew our collective resolve toward hope, healing, and recovery.
This September, SOUND celebrated the power of partnerships in advancing hope, healing, and recovery. Highlights included the ribbon-cutting of the new ICHS Auburn Clinic, bringing integrated health services under one roof, and the launch of our SOUND Activation Station at Southcenter Mall to raise awareness on suicide prevention. We look ahead with excitement to the upcoming Sound of Hope Gala, where we’ll continue building community support for accessible, equitable care.
This summer has been energizing as we connected with our SOUND community in meaningful ways. From serving meals at FareStart, to tabling at the THING festival, to our first-ever golf tournament, one theme remained clear: behavioral health impacts us all. These moments of connection reinforced why we’re here—to keep the Orange Door open, expand access, and break down stigma. Thank you for your advocacy, partnership, and belief in SOUND’s mission. Together, we’re making compassionate, quality care possible.
This month, SOUND is raising the alarm about recent federal policy changes that threaten essential services like Medicaid and SNAP—lifelines for many of our clients. As we face this uncertainty, we remain grounded in our 60+ year legacy of care, advocacy, and resilience.
This June, SOUND built on the momentum of Mental Health Awareness Month with continued action, reflection, and celebration. We honored Juneteenth, recognized Men’s Health Month, and stood proudly with the LGBTQ+ community during Pride by expanding inclusive care and joining community events like the Trans Pride and Seattle Pride Parades. While our Orange Door campaign has ended, our commitment to accessible, affirming mental health care continues every day.
For Mental Health Awareness Month, SOUND launched the Orange Door campaign to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health. Seven bright orange doors are on display across King County—at places like Pike Place Market and UW—symbolizing the hope, healing, and recovery we offer to 15,000 people each year. As need grows and funding remains uncertain, we’re asking our community to stand with us. Thank you to our partners and supporters for helping make this campaign possible.
