Tubman Center for Health & Freedom

Tubman Center for Health & Freedom Addressing health and freedom through systemic and clinical approaches.

We’re looking forward to gathering for our next Community Cooking Class, centered on Eating to Prevent & Manage Diabetes...
04/24/2026

We’re looking forward to gathering for our next Community Cooking Class, centered on Eating to Prevent & Manage Diabetes, on Saturday, May 16th from 9AM-12PM at the Healing House.

Join us for this immersive class to understand how different foods impact your blood sugar levels and how to create meals and snacks to balance blood sugar levels—helping prevent the highs and lows that can cause damage and discomfort. By the end of the workshop, you will gain an understanding of:

• What’s happening in your body with diabetes
• How pre-diabetes can be reversed through diet and lifestyle
• How to monitor your body’s unique needs
• How to prepare a balanced meal for blood sugar control
• Knife skills and seasoning for flavor balance

Registration is $50. Spots are limited—reserve yours now: bit.ly/cooking516

We’re excited to invite you to a Therapeutic Gardening Session at the Healing House community garden!  Sunday, May 17th ...
04/23/2026

We’re excited to invite you to a Therapeutic Gardening Session at the Healing House community garden! 
 
Sunday, May 17th at 10AM 
The Healing House (3410 Claremont Ave S Seattle, WA 98144) 
 
Guided by the wisdom of Ms. Rita Howard—certified herbalist, therapeutic garden designer, and beloved community teacher—we’ll tend to the land and bask in the beauty of the garden.  

Join us to:  
• Learn simple techniques to make gardening feel healing, not hard 
• Meet friendly folks in a relaxed setting 
• Connect with nature and unplug from stress 
• Sip on warm herbal teas prepared from garden plants  
• Take home a little inspiration for your own wellness journey 
 
Gardening isn’t just about plants, it’s about you. Whether we’re planting, watering, or simply breathing in the fresh air, we’re sure to leave feeling calmer and recharged.

All ages, skill levels, and physical abilities are warmly welcome to join us! 
 
Please visit bit.ly/tg517 to register in advance. 

Pilates didn’t start as a boutique workout—it started as a method of survival, rehabilitation, and restoring agency to t...
04/06/2026

Pilates didn’t start as a boutique workout—it started as a method of survival, rehabilitation, and restoring agency to the body.

Our newest thought piece traces the origins of Pilates and the powerful contributions of Joseph Pilates, Kathy Stanford Grant, and Lo**ta San Miguel, whose work helped expand access and redefine who movement is for.

Read the full thought piece on our website: https://www.tubmanhealth.org/think-tank/pilates

March marked the close of the 2026 state legislative session—and what a session it was!Every time we’re in Olympia, our ...
04/02/2026

March marked the close of the 2026 state legislative session—and what a session it was!

Every time we’re in Olympia, our message remains clear: Washington State must continue to lead the way on health justice.

We’re incredibly proud of the progress made this session—advancing a number of key priorities related to prescription drug access, immigrant justice, reproductive justice, and more, including continued momentum toward the Tubman Health Center capital project.

Deep gratitude to our legislative partners for your continued support and partnership 💛

Today, on Harriet Tubman Day, we are excited to launch early bird tickets for the 2026 A Night’s Journey Gala, our annua...
03/10/2026

Today, on Harriet Tubman Day, we are excited to launch early bird tickets for the 2026 A Night’s Journey Gala, our annual celebration of this collective work. ✨

Our gala is about connection, honor, and joy—a chance to gather, reflect, and carry forward the legacy of those who came before us. Claim your spot, mark your calendars, and join us as we honor Ms. Harriet’s spirit in community, action, and care.

Learn more and purchase tickets at tubmanhealth.org/gala.

03/10/2026

Happy Harriet Tubman Day!

Today, we honor and celebrate our heroine, Harriet Tubman, whose footsteps we follow every single day. Her bravery, her faith, and her commitment to freedom and collective liberation continue to light our path.

Harriet is HERE. In our work. In our communities. In the fight for health, dignity, and justice.

Take a look at some of the beautiful artwork and murals across the country honoring her legacy. Today, as our offices and clinics are closed in Ms. Harriet’s recognition, we celebrate our heroine—and all those who keep her spirit of health & freedom alive.

It’s March—and it’s still not too late to get your flu shot. Flu cases are surging in our community right now, and vacci...
03/09/2026

It’s March—and it’s still not too late to get your flu shot. 

Flu cases are surging in our community right now, and vaccination remains one of the most powerful ways we can protect ourselves and each other. Flu season often stretches well into the spring, which means getting vaccinated today still matters. The flu vaccine is quick (a 15-minute visit at most clinics), but the protection can last the rest of the season.

We especially encourage vaccination if you:

• Are an elder
• Are pregnant
• Have young children (6 months–5 years, especially under 2)
• Live with a chronic condition like diabetes or asthma
• Are a healthcare worker or caregiver
• Spend time with someone in one of these groups

Established Tubman Health patients: Come on in! We have Flu and COVID vaccines ready for all ages. We’ve got uninsured kids covered as well.  Call (206) 725-0747 to make an appointment.

Community-centered care deserves a community-centered build.As construction approaches (Spring 2026–December 2027), Lydi...
02/12/2026

Community-centered care deserves a community-centered build.

As construction approaches (Spring 2026–December 2027), Lydig Construction is engaging subcontractors and firms interested in being part of the Tubman Center for Health & Freedom project.

We believe in building spaces that reflect our values, and that includes who’s at the table and on the job site.

Learn more + get connected: www.lydig.org/projects/healthcare-research/tubman-center-for-health-freedom/

We deserve to see what’s really happening.Our annual 2026 Black Health in Washington State Brief is here and reveals rec...
01/28/2026

We deserve to see what’s really happening.

Our annual 2026 Black Health in Washington State Brief is here and reveals recent data and trends showing a decline in statewide health system performance—and the ongoing inequities impacting Black communities across Washington.

Produced by the Community Health Research Institute at the Tubman Center for Health & Freedom, this work is rooted in access to information and the belief that our communities should define what success looks like when it comes to our healthcare.

Because when we can see the patterns (and make them visible), we can organize, advocate, build, and deliver what we need.

You’re not going through this alone. We may experience things differently, but we are sharing this moment in history tog...
01/27/2026

You’re not going through this alone. We may experience things differently, but we are sharing this moment in history together, in real time.

This isn’t the first storm, and it won’t be the last. People before us named the warning signs, built tools, and passed down lessons. We’re not starting from zero.

We are capable and connected. We know how to organize. We know how to win. We know how to care for one another. 

This is a marathon not a sprint. Pace yourself. Tend to your body and mind. We are here to help. 

Here are 8 reminders on how to protect your mental health for the long-haul. 
1. Pace your information intake. Limit media exposure or do small doses. 
2. Create buddy systems. Seek out a network (1-3 people) who will check in on one another on a regular cadence to make certain everyone is doing okay. 
3. Be intentional about laughing every day. 
4. Move your body. Whether its going to the gym, going for a walk, dancing or a yoga class.
5. Prayer.  If that’s your thing, do it. And do it a lot. 
6. Allow yourself to cry. Allow yourself to have joy. 
7. Join an organization to take collective action for justice.
8. If your symptoms are impacting how you operate day to day, let your health providers know, so they can help support you. 

An excellent explanation! Flu and COVID vaccines are on deck at the Healing House, if you're ready to help your body "co...
12/27/2025

An excellent explanation!
Flu and COVID vaccines are on deck at the Healing House, if you're ready to help your body "collect evidence."

Equitable development is core to how we build at Tubman Health. As we move forward with Lydig Construction on the Tubman...
12/02/2025

Equitable development is core to how we build at Tubman Health. As we move forward with Lydig Construction on the Tubman Health Center build, we’re expanding opportunities for subcontractors and suppliers—especially those historically excluded and/or in line with our values.

Ensuring that our contracting partners reflect the diversity and strength of our region is essential to our vision. Inclusive contracting strengthens local economies, supports innovation, and keeps community power at the center.

Subcontractors and suppliers interested in partnering with the TCHF | Lydig team are invited to learn more and complete the interest form: www.lydig.com/projects/healthcare-research/tubman-center-for-health-freedom/

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