The recent One Night Count*, performed by Seattle Homeless Coalition in partnership with CCS, showed an alarming 19% increase in the number of men, women, and children found living without shelter from the previous year. Recent tragedies in our local area have revealed the dangerous and vulnerable conditions our neighbors face every day in their …

Through your support, Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services of Western Washington (CCS/CHS) served over 125,000 unduplicated clients last year. We are so grateful for the generous support of our loyal advocates and partners. If you haven’t made a gift to our annual CCS Week Appeal for the Poor please consider making your gift …

Dear treasured partners, Over the last couple of months, we have shared with you the journeys of Karen, the Johnsons, and Demone. Each one of their journeys is an inspiration—a reminder that in the darkest of times, hope and healing can still be found. This a serious time for us all as we live out …

Marjorie is a spunky, positive woman who enjoys telling stories and visits from her grandson. As she grew older errands, chores and everyday tasks became more difficult. Five years ago, Marjorie and her daughter Debra reached out to CCS’ Long Term Care program. Now, at 92 years young, Marjorie is able to remain independent in …

Just two years after breaking ground, more than 350 guests gathered with Archbishop J. Peter Sartain, for the official Blessing and Dedication of the new Nativity House in Tacoma. Guests were invited for a tour and a luncheon honoring this very special day.   The new Nativity House provides 24/7 comprehensive services to men and …

“I grew up in Ohio where I was a carpenter by trade for 41 years. I had a brief stint in the Navy when I was young and even volunteered for Vietnam. After work in Ohio died out, I caught a Greyhound and moved here to the Pacific Northwest to stay with a friend. I …

In Washington state, it is reported that more than 20,000 people are living in homelessness on any given night. Of these, half are families with children. Tune in, to KUOW (94.9 FM), Puget Sound Public Radio, around 12:30-12:45 p.m. through July 7 as one family a week tells their story about overcoming homelessness. These incredible …

Surrounded by friends, staff, counselors and former students of the program, three young adults graduated from an eight-week, creative writing internship where they learned essential skills for obtaining and maintaining employment. They presented their final handmade “Zines” (mini-magazines) to an audience before receiving their graduation diplomas. Carleigh, dressed in character, shared her comic book series …