The Seattle City Council today launched a new Web site, Recession Resources for Seattle Residents, to help people cope with the current economic crisis.

The new site offers links to a variety of informational sites and resources for those seeking job training, debt assistance, help with housing issues and healthcare.

“Our goal is to make it easier for Seattle residents to find the help they need, and find it quickly,” council president Richard Conlin said. “Hopefully, these resources will make what is a difficult time for many people just a little less stressful.”

The council committed to getting this informational resource online as one of the elements of its Economic Recovery Plan embodied in resolution 31135. The complete list of topics that users will find assistance with includes foreclosures, home purchasing, safeguarding savings and retirement funds, debt service, job search and training, child care and food assistance, health care and utility bill payer assistance.

The council site essentially makes existing resources more accessible in one location.

“We know that people are hurting,” said Conlin, “and we’re determined to provide the greatest possible service to our constituents, especially during this difficult time.”