Highlights from the Reimagined Behavioral Health Clinic Ribbon Cutting

On September 6th, 2024, we officially opened the doors to our newly expanded behavioral health clinic, and it was a day to remember! 

This event was generously sponsored by:

Community Health Plan of Washington logo featuring a colorful sunburst design and organization name.
United Healthcare logo featuring a blue shield-style emblem and the company name in blue text.
Snohomish County Health Department logo featuring evergreen trees, mountains, and water imagery.
Coordinated Care logo featuring a green apple icon above the organization name

It took the hard work and dedication of so many people to bring this vital resource to our community.

Our CEO, Vivian Obah, expressed just how proud we are of everyone involved in making this dream a reality:

"This clinic has been a true labor of love for our team."

-Vivian Obah

After the ribbon was cut, guests were invited inside for a tour of the new outpatient clinic, which is designed to offer psychotherapy, substance use disorder therapy, nursing, and mental health services for those who need it most.

Two women greet each other with a handshake inside an office while visitors enter through the doorway.
Exterior view of the Helping Hands Project Organization building with entrance and signage.
Small group discussion in a community support setting with participants seated together wearing face masks.
Reception area with front desk, waiting chairs, landscape artwork, and accessible office entrance.
Community members cutting a ceremonial ribbon outside a Helping Hands Project Organization building.
Community member speaking to a group gathered in a lounge area while attendees listen and engage in discussion.
Community lounge with leather seating, coffee tables, wall art, and open space for meetings and activities.
Break room with dining table, upholstered chairs, refrigerator, microwave, and kitchenette cabinets.
Two community leaders share a warm embrace during a Helping Hands Project Organization event.
Group of staff and community members standing together outside a Helping Hands facility.
Three people engaged in conversation during a community event at a Helping Hands facility.
Community member speaking during a Helping Hands event while attendees listen and engage.
Waiting area with blue upholstered chairs, framed certificates, and accessibility lift equipment.
Snohomish Overdose Prevention resource table with Narcan kits, brochures, and educational materials.

“This clinic is a monumental step toward ensuring everyone in our community receives the care they deserve."

Wally Webster II, Founder of The Access Project

The space is bright, welcoming, and ready to serve our unhoused and historically marginalized neighbors. We also had the chance to hear from some of the people we’re already helping, and their testimonials truly hit home for both our guests and our team — this clinic is going to change lives.

For us, this Grand Opening is more than just a celebration—it’s a commitment to continuing our work to provide safe, equitable, and non-discriminatory healthcare services for our community. The clinic is open, and we’re ready to roll up our sleeves and keep pushing for better, healthier futures for all.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen, and to all those who joined us for this special day. We can’t wait to see the impact this clinic will have in the weeks, months, and years to come!