Equity
Housing the homeless: Should mental illness trump hard work?
Why Bill Hobson, a veteran provider of homeless services, advocates tying housing to vulnerability.
Judy Lightfoot
Judy Lightfoot writes about how the region's people confront a variety of challenges. She often draws on her weekly one-on-one coffees with individuals sharing our public spaces who are socially isola
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3 novel programs help parents bring street youth back home
Families in crisis used to be called their kid’s biggest problem. New approaches make them part of the solution.
Writing for change
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Serving homeless youth with a continuum of customized care
King County's new homeless youth Initiative puts a premium on organizing providers, bundling services and personalizing delivery for a youthful clientele.
For foster kids, grownup mentors make all the difference
New programs in Washington connect foster youth with adults who help them build financial independence and a place in the community.