Kent4Health
Resource links
Local Produce
Whistling train farm
A local working farm that has been in the valley for 10 years.
Puget Sound Fresh – Eat Local!
A program of Cascade Harvest Coalition. A resource of local farmers serving Puget Sound residents.
Kent Farmers Market - A Kent Lion's Community Service Project
Located on 2nd Ave & Smith St in downtown Kent. The Market is open each Saturday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm and runs from June 7th - September 27th, 2008.
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Bicycle Riding Groups
Cycle Therapy and 4 Corners Cycling Team - Bicycle sales and repair
Cascade Bicycle Club
Wheelsport Cycling Team
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Walk and Run Opportunities
American Volkssport Association - Walking clubs in Washington State.
Meet friends and walk scenic trails at your own pace for fun, fitness, and friendship.
The Balanced Athlete (free group run and walks)
Located in historic downtown Kent Washington (only a 5 minute walk from Kent Station), is a locally owned store for your running, walking, fitness, and triathlon needs in South King County.
Cascade Orienteering Club - If you like navigating through the woods, then orienteering is the sport for you!
Orienteering is a sport in which you use a map and compass to navigate a course through unfamiliar terrain. We have courses for newcomers at all of our meets and friendly people to give advice and instruction.
City of Kent Trails and Walking Paths(pdf document)
Interurban Runners Club - Kent Valley running club
Interurban Runners Club is an organization for runners of all ages and abilities. The club provides the opportunity to meet other runners and improve running performances through regular workouts. The Club also organizes social gatherings and outings for members and there families and friends. Everyone is welcome!
The Mayor's Mile Route (pfd document)
A one-mile loop through downtown Kent starting at the Town Square Plaza.
Northwest Runner
Running information for the Puget Sound area.
Friends of Soos Creek Park
Friends of Soos Creek Park is a non-profit organization comprised of volunteer members who take a pro-active role in preserving and extending the Soos Creek Trail Park and who sponsor and lead park clean-ups and interpretive walks for public education about the importance of wetlands specifically and undisturbed nature generally.
Road Runner Sports (free group run)
Running group every Wednesday night ath the Kent location, Kent Station, 444 Ramsay Way, Ste 114, Kent, WA 98032.
For more informatin call (253) 850-6200.
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Fitness
Located at 12922 Se Kent Kangley Road, Kent, WA 98030. Phone: (253) 631-1010
Located at 520 Washington Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032. Phone: (253) 859-7815
Vision Quest
Vision Quest Sport and Fitness Center is an integrated wellness center. We have well-educated Personal Trainers and employees that are focused on helping our members maintain a healthy lifestyle.
United Studios of Self Defense
Professional, Private and Group Instruction For Men, Women, and Children.
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Health Care Clinics - free and affordable healthcare alternatives
403 E Meeker St, Ste 200, Kent (253) 852-2866
Affordable medical and dental care, natural medicine, and links to community services at 12 locations throughout King County.
Kent Lutheran Church parking lot, 336 2nd Ave S, Kent, WA 98032. Monday from 3:00pm - 7:00pm.
Walk-in care for most health problems; Health screenings and free flu shots. Call John Gilvar for schedule at (206) 369-3489.
1313 W Meeker St Suite 100, Kent, WA 98032
(206) 341-7428
Qliance (coming to Kent Station in September)
Kent Station, 521 2nd Place North, Suite 103, Kent, WA 98032. Phone: (206) 913-4700
Qliance is a medical practice that specializes in comprehensive primary, preventive and wellness care. Qliance does not bill insurance plans or receive payment from insurance carriers for the services provided. Instead, Qliance charges a monthly fee ($49 to $79) for unrestricted, 7 day a week access to a Qliance provider.
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Spiritual Wellness
Heartbeat Yoga & Healing Arts
Studio offers a variety of drop-in and series classes focused in the Hatha, Viniyoga, Kundalini traditions. Located at 223 First Avenue South, Kent WA 98032.
Youth Activities/Resources
MoveBIG! is a sports and outdoor activities-based mentoring program for children in King and Pierce Counties. We are currently enrolling children ages 7-16 in this free program and need volunteers who would like to join in on the fun!
Offered through Kent Parks and Recreation. Camps, afterschool activities, Free hands-on computer training, sports leagues and more.
Cascade Challenge
Cascade Leadership Challenge brings young people together through adventure travel.
Teen Link Youth Resources
Download the Where to Turn for Teens directory.
1.866.TEENLINK
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General Wellness and Assistance
iCan…get help
iCan…give
iCan…inspire
Life Nutrition NW
Their mission is to bring nutrition based solutions to the Kent community through 12-week nutrition workshops. Open to all ages. Drop-ins welcome.
Presented by Marge Williams, Wellness Trainer and Coach. email: lifeofwellness@hotmail.com
MyPyramid.gov - By the United States Department of Agriculture
MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans, interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, and advice to help you become a healthier you.
NutritionData - Know What you Eat!
Senior Living
Your resource for information and advice on health, fitness, nutrition, and safety for boomers and seniors.
Senior Housing Assistance Group (SHAG)
1-888-450-7424
Washington Health Foundation
Their mission is to improve health for the people of Washington and make Washington the healthiest state in the nation.
Washington State Department of Health
The Department of Health works with its federal, state and local partners to help people in Washington stay healthier and safer. Our programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live and work, provide education to help people make good health decisions and ensure our state is prepared for emergencies.
Washington Wellness
Welcome state employees, retirees, and family members! Our goal here at Washington Wellness is to make healthy choices easier.
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Volunteer
There are many opportunities to volunteer in your community. If you are interested in helping others or improving the city you call home, please consider one of these options.
Service Clubs:
Kiwanis
Lions
Rotary
Soroptimist
Quota International of Kent Valley
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Cascade Challenge
Chaperones needed. Cascade Challenge brings teenagers together to overcome racism and alienation in their high school. We do this through adventure travel. As adventure travel companions, our youth learn trust and teamwork as they overcome challenges together "out there." Call 206-459-7220.
Children's Therapy Center
City of Kent Parks Recreation and Community Services
King County Library
Graffiti Removal
Mentoring Programs:
City of Kent Police Deparment
Reading Tutor
United Way of King County Volunteer website
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