Nutrition
FamilyWorks food bank
We work hard to ensure that the food bank is stocked with a rotating variety of nutrient-rich foods every week including:
- Fresh Produce
- Meat
- Dairy products
- Baby and instant foods and supplies
- Diabetic and low-salt items
- Vegan, vegetarian, and culturally-specific foods when possible
Anyone is welcome to shop at our food bank regardless of zip code or income. We will never ask for proof of identification or other forms of verification.
Visit us at 4318 Stone Way N 98103 during our regular hours of operation:
Tue: 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Thu: 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Fri: 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Additional programs at FamilyWorks include Community Connectors, parenting classes, diaper bank and more!
FAMILY WORKS AT NATHAN HALE EACH WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON 1:30 – 4 PM
Family Works at Nathan Hale- come meet with a family connector during drop-in hours at Nathan Hale (portables by the track) on Wednesdays 1:30 – 4pm. Some services they can help with include applying for public assistance programs, enrolling in healthcare, signing up for ORCA Lift (reduced fare transit), providing emergency food bags, assisting with utility support, and more.
University District Food Bank
Our U-District Pantry is open for in-person shopping on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. We offer fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, eggs or frozen meat, canned and dried goods, toiletries, baby formula, diapers, and pet food plus connections to important community resources. First time? You will need to register first.
Drive up food pantry at North Seattle College
Since 2021, North Seattle College and UDFB have partnered for a weekly pop-up Food Pantry on campus every Tuesday from 4-7pm. The North Seattle College Food Pantry serves students and community members from surrounding neighborhoods.
Typical offerings include fresh produce, milk (or non-dairy milk), meat or eggs, canned foods, and other pantry staples. We offer the option to receive food through a walk-up line or a car drive-through. Please note there is often a short wait for the drive-through.
North Helpline Food Bank
We offer a wide variety of fresh foods and other essentials. First time? You will need to register for a card. The card is free and you do not need state identification to receive it. Bring the card and some bags every time you visit. You can visit up to 6 times per month.
Community Connectors also available to connect you with outside resources.
Lake City Location
12736 33rd Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125
Wednesday 9:00 am – 1:45pm
Thursday 4:00 pm – 6:45 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 1:45 pm
Wellbeing
Mental Health
On Nov 28, 2023, the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) presented End the Silence about how to recognize warning signs of mental health issues, how to talk to your child about them and how to work with your school to access additional resources. Find the presentation materials here.
Health Care
Teen Health Center at Nathan Hale available for JAMS students
Did you know that Nathan Hale High School has a teen health center, convenient for your student’s medical care? It provides SPS students with health care and mental health counseling, regardless of a student’s insurance or ability to pay. For students who need care or advice, we are always here to help with virtual options and in-person care. Here’s a video tour of the center:
The Nathan Hale Teen Health Center is sponsored and staffed by Kaiser Permanente in partnership with Public Health—Seattle & King County. Seattle’s school-based health centers are funded in part by the voters of Seattle through the Families & Education Levy. Students can get great care at the Teen Health Center.
Click here for more info and the parent consent form.
For additional questions, contact the center at 206-302-1840.
COVID Testing
If you need help getting testing, you can contact Julie Bradley, JAMS health and safety support, at jabradley@seattleschools.org