The Access Project WA

10/08/2026

Friendship problems are real problems.

Conflict, exclusion, rumors, group-chat stress, and changing friendships can affect a young person’s confidence, concentration, sleep, emotional health, and sense of belonging.

Young people deserve permission to pause before reacting, communicate how they feel, establish healthy boundaries, and involve a trusted adult when a situation becomes difficult to manage. Asking for support doesn’t mean the problem is dramatic. It means the problem matters.

If friendship stress is affecting school or everyday well-being, DM us the word SUPPORT. We’ll send you The ACCESS Project’s private Find Support link.

For immediate emotional or suicide-related crisis support, call or text 988. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

09/30/2026

Asking for help can feel uncertain when you don’t know what will happen after you reach out. The ACCESS Project is here to make the process clear and supportive.

Start by sending us a private message with the word SUPPORT. We’ll send you The ACCESS Project’s private Find Support link.

After completing the short form and sharing the best time to contact you, our team will follow up within 4–24 hours. An Intake Specialist will listen, learn more about what you’re experiencing, and help connect you with trusted services, resources, or professionals.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. We can help you understand the possible next steps.

DM us the word SUPPORT to begin.

For urgent emotional or suicide-related crisis support, call or text 988. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911.

09/21/2026

This Su***de Prevention Month, remember:

💜 Notice when something changes.
💜 Ask clearly and directly.
💜 Listen without judgment.
💜 Stay while support is reached.

You don’t need perfect words to check on someone—you just need to show them they aren’t alone.

Need help connecting with support? DM us the word SUPPORT and we’ll send you The ACCESS Project’s private Find Support link.

For immediate emotional or suicide-related crisis support, call or text 988. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

***dePreventionMonth

09/10/2026

Back-to-school stress does not always look like stress.

For some young people, it may look like withdrawing, falling behind academically, getting into trouble, becoming angry, skipping class, or acting out because they need someone to notice what they are experiencing.

The ACCESS Project works alongside schools, district partners, families, and community resources to help youth and young adults in South Snohomish County connect with trusted support.

Young people can take the first step themselves. DM us the word SUPPORT for help, and we’ll send the private Find Support link.

Please do not include personal or identifying information in a public post or comment. Our team aims to respond within 4–24 hours. If you or someone you know needs urgent support, call or text 988.

06/02/2026

🚨 Support Safer Schools in Edmonds School District 🚨

Every student deserves a school environment where they feel safe, supported, and able to thrive.

We're asking our community to support a petition calling for the reinstatement of a modernized School Resource Officer (SRO) Program—one focused on prevention, relationship-building, early intervention, and student well-being.

We believe school safety requires a balanced approach that includes mental health support, community partnerships, and trained School Resource Officers as part of the solution.

🖊️ Please sign and share the petition: https://c.org/zXCyJ5zCyT

Together, we can help create safer schools, stronger communities, and brighter futures for our youth.

Reinstate the School Resource Officer (SRO) Program in Edmonds School District

06/01/2026

We were grateful to represent The ACCESS Project at this important gathering hosted by Verdant Health Commission.

Youth mental health is one of the most pressing challenges facing our communities, and it was encouraging to see so many organizations committed to working together to improve access to support and resources for young people and their families.

Thank you to Verdant for convening this conversation and to all the partners who shared their insights and experiences. Collaboration is how we create lasting impact.

03/04/2026

Join Jaguars Community and The Access Project WA for a Free Youth Volleyball Open Gym Day at Trinity Lutheran Church on Saturday 2/28 at noon. This is a welcoming, drop-in opportunity for youth to play, build skills, and have fun in a supportive community space. No cost to attend, all are welcome. We hope to see you there!

02/24/2026

This is the latest in our “Health Matters” series focused on health topics in South Snohomish County and sponsored by the Verdant Health Commission. Read past articles in this series […]

02/23/2026