Today, more Seattle neighbors than ever are in need of help and hope.
The greater Seattle area is witnessing a record-breaking increase in homelessness, surging to more than 16,000. According to a recent article in the Seattle Times, this “is the largest number ever reported in Seattle and King County using the biennial snapshot…”. Though this number is staggering on its own, some suggest that this most recent count is a conservative estimate.
Interim CEO of the Regional Homelessness Authority explains that those that are living on the streets are in desperate need of resources, stating, “…the displacement into homelessness is growing at a faster pace than the response system.” Read more on SeattleTimes.com.
Over 16,000 men, women, and children – each with their own unique stories, and experiences – each of them beloved by God – are looking for hope to start a new life. The Mission not only meets the urgent physical needs of our homeless neighbors, but also provides long-term solutions through our recovery programs, including employment support, 1:1 case management, individualized treatment plans, mental health counselling, free legal and dental services, and so much more. Read more about our life-changing resources and recovery programs here.
