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May 12, 2026

Leadership for the Next 60 Years: A Conversation with SOUND Board Chair Roger Dowdy

As SOUND marks 60 years of service to the community, we sat down with Board Chair Roger Dowdy to reflect on the organization’s legacy, its role today, and the opportunities ahead.

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June 16, 2025

ICHS and SOUND Behavioral Health team up to bring integrated health services to one Auburn clinic

Expanded partnership provides primary care, dental and behavioral health services at one Auburn site for low-income patients. ICHS and SOUND Behavioral Health team up to bring integrated health services to one Auburn clinic.

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CEO Letter

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May 23, 2025

Letter From Sound's CEO | May 2025

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.

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CEO Letter

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April 25, 2025

Letter From Sound's CEO | April 2025

This spring, amid ongoing uncertainty, Sound remains a steady force for our clients and partners. As state leaders shape the next budget, we’re urging them to maintain Medicaid funding—vital to our services and the people we serve. Our programs ease pressure on emergency rooms, law enforcement, and first responders by providing effective, community-based care. Continued support for initiatives like Mobile Crisis Teams and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) is essential. We thank our public, private, and community partners for standing with us as we work toward a healthier, more stable future.

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April 4, 2025

SOUND Story Issue 4

Stay Connected with SOUND: Read Our Latest Newsletter! Check out the latest edition of SOUND’s newsletter for updates on our programs, community partnerships, upcoming events, and the incredible impact we’re making together. Also check to find ways you can get involved in supporting behavioral health in our community.

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What matters

What Matters is a community-driven campaign highlighting why mental health deserves our attention. In a series of short videos, iconic Seattle musicians, media voices, industry leaders and others shaping our region share why mental wellness fuels their work and why ending stigma is essential.

John Richards
Morning Show Host - KEXP
Jessica Dobson
Lead Singer/Guitarist Deep Sea Diver
Kevin Cole
Variety Mix DJ, KEXP
Rocky Votolato
Singer/Songwriter Suzzallo
Nancy Guppy
Art Zone Host
Former Cast, Almost Live!
Eva Walker
Vocalist/Guitarist, The Black Tones
DJ, KEXP
Beth Barrett
Artistic Director - SIFF
Jacob McMurray
Chief Collection + Exhibit Officer MOPOP
Ben London
CEO, Sonic Guild Seattle
Ethan Stowell
Renowned Chef, Seattle Restaurateur
Jake Whittenberg
Broadcast News Anchor - KING 5 TV

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