One of Our Own
“It makes me feel good to do something,” shares Eric. Eric has been volunteering at MSC’s William J. Wood Veteran House (WJW) for the last two years. After college, Eric joined the U.S. Army. Stationed [...]
Lifted Up
“I started using drugs at 11 years old,” shares Linda. Linda is now 58 years old with three grown children. In 2007 and just out of rehab, Linda moved into Titusville in Kent, MSC’s [...]
A Significant Legacy
“It was really the lack of access to services,” shares Elizabeth (Liz) Johnson when asked how the Multi-Service Center came to be. In 1971, Liz was the Lead Head Start teacher in Federal Way and [...]
How quickly things change
“We weren’t millionaires by any means, but we were doing fine. COVID hit and my life changed,” shares Sara. Prior to the pandemic, Sara worked as a bartender four nights a week. She made a [...]
Depend on MSC
“COVID19 has really taken a toll on me emotionally,” shares Ericka. Ericka was homeless for a year before she moved into her current apartment three years ago. In recovery for over twenty years, and dealing [...]
Be the change
“I joined the board because I realized my voice could be a voice for vulnerable people, those that we serve,” shares MSC Board Member Teleda Holmes. Teleda has served on MSC’s Board of Directors since [...]