The Task House
The People’s House is the hub for culturally relevant and responsive services within the Skyway community. It is a location in a disadvantaged area of unincorporated King County that is accessible to marginalized communities to receive services that are not mainstream, and culturally specific to address the unique complexities of racial
disparities.
The
MultiMedia Room
Our state-of-the-art multimedia center or ‘the media lab’ is a space equipped to foster creativity, enhance digital literacy, and support the production of multimedia content across different media types, including text, images, audio, video, and interactive applications. Audio-Visual equipment will be accessible within the lab that includes technologies such as computers, cameras, camcorders, microphones, headphones, projectors, and screens. This lab is intended to create, and educate, offering our community, digital navigation & equity programming, training participants to become proficient in using the equipment and software effectively.
The Holistic Transformative Healing Center
Our Holistic Transformative Healing Center is the heartbeat of our organization. This space is dedicated to promoting physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being for participants that seek various forms of holistic healing, therapy, and support. HTHC offers a range of services and programs designed to help participants overcome physical and psychological challenges, reduce stress, and improve their overall quality of life through alternative forms of healing. Therapeutic practices such as massage therapy, yoga, sound therapy and meditation aim to balance the mind, body, and spirit and promote overall well-being. While herbal remedies and naturopathic medicine promote healthy alternatives to modern day medication alternatives. With the partnership of community healers, BIPOC certified doctors, mental health counselors, etc., we can create a sense of energetic rejuvenation and support for participants that focuses on self-care and healing.
The
Warehouse
Our warehouse is where warriors of Food Justice are born. Every week our staff crafts bags of fresh produce and pantry staples to distribute in the community. With our reefer, Faith, we collect donations and purchased fruits, vegetables, daily products, and poultry daily. We foster a strong urgency to restore the faith in our community. Despite the food desert we are located in, we aim to make healthy ingredients and meals are accessible to all!
COMING SOON:
Our community kitchen is a shared, communal space where participants come together to prepare and share culturally specific meals, promote community engagement, address food insecurities, and educate on the importance of fresh healthy food choices while feeling a sense of community belonging. By providing this space for participants, it offers the opportunity to connect, socialize, and build relationships with one another. We also provide classes to educate and empower participants, teaching them culinary skills, nutrition, and meal planning that is a culture exchange amongst each other. Having individuals from diverse backgrounds offer and promote cross-cultural understanding and appreciation of their respective cultures within the community and raises awareness to food-related issues (waste, hunger, and medical conditions) that in turn advocates for policy reform.
The Community Kitchen
The
Silent Garden
Nestled within the Skyway Wetlands lies The Silent Garden, a vibrant community sanctuary dedicated to cultivating accessibility to fresh food and herbs. Enveloped by a lush natural ecosystem, the garden boasts a greenhouse bursting with verdant life, where aromatic herbs and nourishing produce thrive. More than just a place of cultivation, The Silent Garden serves as an educational hub, where individuals of all ages can immerse themselves in the art of growing, guided by experts and hands-on experience. Amidst the rustling leaves and gentle babble of water, the garden offers a healing haven for meditation, inviting visitors to find solace and rejuvenation amidst the verdant surroundings. In a pioneering collaboration with The University of Washington, The Silent Garden integrates cutting-edge AI equipment, revolutionizing urban farming practices to ensure sustainability and efficiency for generations to come. Here, amidst the harmony of nature and technology, The Silent Garden blossoms as a beacon of community, education, and ecological stewardship.
The
Core Roots Workspace
A dynamic teaching space dedicated to nurturing the next generation of skilled artisans and craftsmen. Within these walls, aspiring apprentices engage in hands-on learning experiences, honing their craft under the guidance of seasoned mentors. The workspace buzzes with energy and creativity as students delve into the intricacies of their chosen trade, from carpentry to plastering and beyond. But beyond skill-building, The Core Roots serves as a hub for community empowerment, fostering connections and camaraderie among participants. With a focus on inclusivity and accessibility, The Core Roots program opens doors of opportunity for those traditionally underrepresented in skilled trades, empowering them to forge their own path towards success.
The
Front Office
The front office of The Task House, where the heartbeat of our organization pulses with purpose and possibility. Here, clients are greeted with warmth and professionalism as they attend appointments, embark on their journeys towards personal growth, and access the support they need to thrive. Amidst the organized chaos of teachers crafting lesson plans and programs being meticulously planned and implemented, a sense of optimism permeates the air, infusing the space with a hopeful aura. Every corner is adorned with reminders of our commitment to fostering growth and empowerment, from inspirational quotes to vibrant displays showcasing the achievements of those we serve. As the hub of activity and innovation, the front office area of The Task House is more than just a workspace—it's a beacon of hope and transformation for all who enter its doors.