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 [...]
Making Dreams Come True
“Without Open Doors, I wouldn’t have graduated,” shares 20-year-old Hailee. Awarded her diploma last June, Hailee’s road to graduation was full of twists and turns. Hailee struggled with school starting in middle school. As a [...]
I can relax
At 58 years old, Sonya is happy to have found stability again. As a mother of eight kids, she and her husband had struggled with disabilities, limited income, and housing stability throughout their 31 year [...]
Things will change
“Don’t stop, keep going, those words meant a lot,” says Sharon. Over a decade ago, Sharon’s family moved back to the Seattle area from Minnesota to be close to Sharon’s mom who was having medical [...]
It’s About Relationships
“I really enjoy and believe in helping people without judgment, and that’s what housing first and harm reduction is. They go hand-in-hand.” Chris Cates is one of MSC’s housing supervisors and is also one of [...]