Homelessness
Tacoma shelters face $10M shortfall after pandemic funds end
As the American Rescue Plan Act expires, the resulting budget gap equals more than 300 emergency beds for those experiencing homelessness.
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Is housing a form of health care? A Washington program says it is
Apple Health and Homes has distributed $41M from Medicaid to shelter and support those with behavioral or other health issues.
Foster Care
WA wants to secure housing for youth exiting state care
The state has renewed efforts to keep kids released from foster care and detention centers from becoming homeless.
Health
Spokane aims to reduce homelessness by 40% with regional authority
County leaders are looking for new ways to address the growing issue weeks after Camp Hope, once the state’s largest encampment, shuttered.
Central Washington
Homelessness efforts in Yakima are moving toward permanent housing
While the “Housing First” model has gained statewide interest, organizations still face an uphill battle for initial financial investment.