Across Western Washington, our programs care for the homeless in ways beyond basic needs. By offering opportunities in the creative arts for expression, health, and pure fun, together we serve the poor and vulnerable by caring for the whole person. At CCS/CHS, children craft with volunteers at the Sacred Heart temporary shelter; adults paint on …
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The Catholic Bishops of Washington State have recently released a letter expressing their grave concern about poverty in our state, which has reached crisis proportions. The full letter, titled “Who is my neighbor?” Can be read here. To accompany the letter, the Washington State Catholic Conference has also created a video with personal stories from …
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Ashley and Anthony came to CCS homeless and hungry, looking for food and a safe place to stay. What they found was a community of caring staff and volunteers who encouraged, supported, and worked with them to ensure their small family found safety, stability, and hope. Every day, lives are changed because CCS/CHS supporters generously give …
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“I was so depressed before CCS. Now I’m so thankful! They know a lot about my medical side…it’s like living with your own family,” shares Betty. We met Betty on a warm Wednesday morning, three days after being released from the hospital. At 92 years young, Betty has a variety of serious medical needs that …
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Hope had slept in over 112 different places by the time she came to Catholic Housing Services (CHS). Fleeing an abusive relationship and struggling to overcome spiraling addiction, Hope tried to survive outside, in the woods, and anywhere she could find for five long years. One day Hope was referred to a CHS shelter for …
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CCS’ Sebastian Place is set to open in the summer of 2016. The new 20-unit permanent housing complex is the first of its kind in Snohomish County serving chronically homeless veterans.
Read MoreJohnny Bell was one of the 8%* of homeless veterans residing in Thurston County. Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) helped him with housing, employment, health, and transportation.
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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