Showing posts with label social services. Show all posts
Showing posts with label social services. Show all posts

Register by September 16 for Polaris Dinner to support North Helpline

Monday, September 12, 2022



We love our community, and want to meet with you!

After three long years of no in-person events for North Helpline, we are thrilled to gather again. Join us in celebration of all that we have accomplished together, and explore the work that yet lies ahead.

Together we can ensure North Helpline will continue to be a place where neighbors can turn for support in having food on their family's table and a roof overhead.

We invite you to join us. Enjoy an evening filled with friends, food, and fire pits all while supporting North Helpline.

North Helpline is a big and busy charity serving the Lake City, Bitter Lake, and general north Seattle community.

They have food banks in Lake City and Bitter Lake. They help people stay housed, clothed, and fed. They have client services staff who help clients access other available services like reduced fare Orca cards.

They have an immediate need for volunteers and have a lot of opportunities. See our previous article.

EVENT INFORMATION

RSVP

Tickets
  • $80 per person or $500 for a table of 8.
  • Menu selection done when purchasing tickets.
Venue
  • McMenamins Tavern on the Square
  • 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011
Date
  • Friday, September 23rd
Time
  • 6:00pm Cocktail Hour
  • 7:00pm Dinner and Speakers
Questions?


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AAUW meeting to feature presentation on the Refugee Artisan Initiative (RAI) from Lake City

Monday, September 5, 2022

Min-Ming Tung Edelman
Refugee Artisan Initiative (RAI)
The Edmonds Sno-King branch of AAUW invites the public to hear a presentation on the Refugee Artisan Initiative (RAI), located on Lake City Way in north King County. 

The meeting is free and open to the public: Saturday, September 10, 2022, 10:00am to noon at Edmonds College, Snohomish Hall, Room 338, 20226 68th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036

RAI reaches out to Afghani women, as well as those from Myanmar and other countries, who have relocated to our area. RAI gives training in patterns, tools and materials for small-batch manufacturing. 

The speaker will be Min-Ming Tung Edelman, the Director and founder of RAI.

To attend, fill out a COVID Health Attestation form the morning of September 10; the form is a requirement at the college. Print out a free parking permit and put it on the dashboard of your car, with a map to find Snohomish Hall and adjacent parking lots.

Please join us to learn more about this important addition to our community.



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Friendship Academy needs gardening help

Saturday, August 27, 2022

The Friendship Academy

The Friendship Academy location is preparing for an upcoming event and we need your help!

In preparation we are holding a work party this Sunday, August 28, 2022. We need to spruce up our landscaping, both in back and in front of our building on the northeast corner of N 185th and Midvale in Shoreline.

See the previous article about the Friendship Academy

Details:

  • Where : 1206 N 185th Street Shoreline 98133
  • At the corner of 185th and Midvale
  • When : 10:30am
  • Items needed for the work party :
    • Our amazing FA community volunteers
    • Shovels
    • Rakes
    • Wheelbarrows
    • Brooms
    • Weedeaters (either gas or electric)
    • Hedge trimmers ( either gas or electric)
    • Extension cords
    • Garden shears
    • Work gloves
  • We have some of the above items, including a lawn mower.Also, someone handy to take a look at our ceiling tiles in the Day Program room.Drinks, snacks, gas (for the gas powered equipment) and TONS of appreciation will be provided.
UPDATED 8-27-2022



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Lake City Partners announces new Executive Director

Wednesday, August 17, 2022

William Towey, Executive Director
Lake City Partners
After a year-long search, Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness announced the selection of their new Executive Director.

William Towey started his position as LCP Executive Director on August 15, 2022.

William is a nonprofit management professional with experience changing systems for improved outcomes in areas such as the racial wealth divide, education, and behavioral health. 

He has held senior leadership positions with the Tacoma Urban League, Foundation for Tacoma Students, and Comprehensive Life Resources. 

William has also taught nonprofit management at the University of Washington Tacoma and has served on several nonprofit boards. 

William received a master’s degree in nonprofit management and a bachelor’s in politics, philosophy and economics. In his spare time he enjoys traveling with his partner Rachel and spending time with family. William is also a persistent gardener.

We are thankful that Walt Washington has continued to support our agency throughout our search, with leadership and oversight. He will continue to provide stewardship and onboarding for LCP through the end of August. 
We thank Walt for his dedicated service and leadership over the past year and look forward to an ongoing partnership with him as he accepts his next challenge.

LCP hosts a day center in Lake City, assists clients with housing and services, and runs the enhanced shelter at The Oaks. 


 

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Ribbon cutting ceremony for Eastside Baby Corner grand opening August 24

EBC program staff moving in to new Shoreline location
Photo courtesy EBC
The Eastside Baby Corner - Shoreline (EBC) will celebrate its Grand Opening with a Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 12:15pm.

They are located at 17230 12th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

Eastside Baby Corner helps children have what they need to grow, play, learn and thrive. 

They do this by providing essential care, safety, and health goods for children, from birth through age 12, who are living in poverty or experiencing homelessness or family disruption. 

Eastside Baby Corner reaches kids and families in the central Puget Sound region through a collaborative network of human service, education, and health providers. 

Learn more at BabyCorner.org




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NUSHA: Camp United We Stand needs some help with their move

Friday, July 22, 2022

NUSHA has sent out the call for help needed to relocate Camp United We Stand, the only authorized encampment in North King County.

Help move CUWS to Shoreline Free Methodist 510 NE 175th St, Shoreline WA 98155 on Wednesday and Thursday, July 27-28, 2022. 

Please show up to their current location at St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church 722 N. 145th St. Shoreline WA 98133 around 9am.

Any time you can give over these two days is appreciated!


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Eastside Baby Corner (EBC) opens distribution center in Shoreline

Monday, July 18, 2022

The Programs staff moving in to the EBC-Shoreline location 

The EBC organization started on the eastside 30 years ago with Baby Corner, helping children have what they need to grow, play, learn and thrive.

We do this by providing essential care, safety, and health goods for children who are experiencing homelessness, poverty, or family disruption.

They collect the goods and partner with organizations that deal directly with families in need. More than 70 school districts, health and human service organizations, early learning centers, and food banks are in the Baby Corner collaborative network.

Counselors, nurses, case managers, teachers can order each week for the children and families in their program, delivering customized orders of clothing, diapers, shoes, school supplies, and more. Service partners can concentrate their resources and expertise on supporting families, not on collecting goods.

In 2015 they expanded from the Eastside to open a HUB in Kenmore, serving North King and Snohomish counties.

Needing more space to keep up with the growing needs, EBC has moved their Northshore Hub to the North City Business District

EBC-Shoreline is a 5,000 sqft. facility located at 17230 12th Ave NE Shoreline WA 98155 that will be able to store more essential goods, allow for more volunteers to work at one time, and give us plenty of growing room to assist more families and children in our future.

Now that EBC-Shoreline is open, they need help to stock their shelves.

They take donations of new or gently used clothing, shoes, baby gear, toys, books and more for children birth through age 12 and distribute it to children in need in our communities.

Donate new or gently used items at our Shoreline Hub on Tuesdays from 4pm to 6pm, or on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 10am to 1pm. 
 
The Shoreline page has complete information on items needed and how to volunteer and you can call them at 425-865-0234.


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North Helpline needs volunteers

Sunday, June 19, 2022

Photo courtesy North Helpline
North Helpline is looking to fill a few volunteer positions. 

Are you able to join our team?

The Positions:

Distribution Check-In and Registration

Register and check-in folks accessing our Lake City and Bitter Lake services sites during the distribution of food and hygiene items.
  • Wednesdays, 8:45-11:15am and 11:15-2:00pm
  • Thursdays, 3:45-7:00pm
  • Saturdays 8:45-12:15pm and 11:15-2:00pm
Apply: esther@northhelpline.org

Home Delivery Drivers

Deliver food boxes to community members.
  • Thursdays, 2-5pm
Home Delivery Box Packing

Pack food boxes to be delivered members of our community.
  • Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30-1:30pm
Learn More on our Website

Questions? volunteers@northhelpline.org



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Spring Into Action Fair this Saturday, June 11 showcases nonprofits that provide help for residents

Friday, June 10, 2022


Looking for sources to help your family through life? The Spring Into Action Fair showcases a variety of non-profit organizations that will display and make presentations that should interest many Shoreline area families and residents with various needs.

This free event will be held Saturday, June 11, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. There will also be games and activities  for children available.
 
The participating organizations include:
Plus:

“This event will help families in the Shoreline area to become more aware of the opportunities within the community to help keep this a great place to live,” stated Nancy Herr, chair of the event. 
She added, “It’s a great time to explore resources available to our extended neighbors.”

 

Over 300 people enjoyed the grand opening of Vision House’s grand opening of Jacob’s Well in 2013, providing a welcoming home for homeless mothers and their children. 
Two of the participants, Bill Bear of Shoreline Community Care, and Venetia Vango of Vision House/Jacobs Well will be speaking at the Men’s Breakfast at 8:00am, prior to the Spring Fair, as well as later in the day for the public.

The event is hosted by Berean Bible Church, located at 1st NE and North 185th Street in Shoreline, and is open to anyone. Free parking is available on both east and west side of the church.

In addition to the exhibits and presentations during the day, there will be a drawing for a hand-tied quilt made by the ladies of Berean, plus a picnic lunch and live music beginning at 12:00 Noon.


Shoreline Fire Department will have a fire engine on-site to explore and information for services that SFD provides the community.
 
All are welcome from the Shoreline and area communities. For additional information, contact Berean Bible Church at 206-363-1466 or Nancy at 206-714-0404.



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Spots still available for families in the Positive Discipline for Families Program at Center for Human Services in Shoreline

The Center for Human Services still has spots available for families to connect with others and explore positive parenting philosophy and strategies for happy, healthy and strong family!

Positive Discipline for Families Program Registration Form Survey (surveymonkey.com) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PositiveDisciplineENG



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Filling in the gaps: the Mobile Integrated Health Team

Monday, April 18, 2022

MIH Team members Bethel Spagnolo and Annie Drummond with their little red van
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
By Diane Hettrick

Most of the calls that Shoreline Fire responds to are not full blown fires, but less dangerous things if caught in time. A dryer fire, a pan forgotten on the stove, perhaps a cigarette tipped out of an ashtray.

People fall and break bones. They fall and can't get back up - perhaps they are disabled or hoarders or in an awkward position. 

Fire responds and takes care of the immediate problem. But they realize that there are other issues. 

The resident seems a bit confused. They might have mobility issues. The responder suspects drug, alcohol, or mental health issues.

The firefighters have done their job, but are troubled. 

Firefighters are haunted by the people they saw and had to walk away from. Officer Doug Thornburg says that he drives by houses he has been to in the past and still wonders about what happened to the resident.

Every firefighter who has been on the job more than five years has those ghosts.

But five years ago, that all changed with the creation of the Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) team. It currently consists of two social workers and a firefighter / Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Their job is to follow up on those troubling calls.

Annie Drummond is the Clinical Coordinator for the Community Outreach Division which includes the MIH.

Annie has been part of the MIH team since the beginning five years ago. She is called in by medics or firefighters who have found someone in a situation where they need help.

They have a low barrier for calls. It's not a formal system. No one has to prove need or meet criteria or fill out forms. 

Sometimes, it's just a sense the responders have after a 911 call that makes them ask the MIH team to make sure everything is all right in that household.

We believe that the right intervention at the right time, said Annie, can prevent more serious problems in the future.

The team works normal hours, Monday to Friday. 7:30am to 5:30pm

Firefighter / EMT Doug Thornburg is part of the MIH team
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

18 months ago the volume of calls was so high that a second social worker, Bethel Spagnolo, was hired. In addition, firefighter Doug Thornburg is part of the team. Last year the team handled 604 referrals.

Annie said that they go in with an open mind - a blank slate. We want to hear their story. We sit down with the person and ask - what do you need? what do you want? how can we help you?

It doesn't matter if the person is a hoarder, mentally ill, an alcoholic, or a drug addict.

The process is the same. We want to hear their strengths. And we want to connect them to the services they need and want.

The MIH team responds to calls in the areas served by fire departments in Shoreline, Northshore, Bothell, and Woodinville under letters of agreement.

The team makes use of all local services. They overlap and coordinate with local police departments, the RADAR unit, NUHSA, HOPE therapy dogs, and Reading for Rover. They partner with the SL-LFP Senior Center.

Often the team members provide the services themselves. They have a "little red van" - a Ford transit van. They take people to medical appointments, deliver groceries, bring people home from the hospital. 

Working with the Senior Center, they make sure the person has meals and food delivered. They get people into the fall prevention classes at the Center.

MIH Team: Doug Thornburg, Annie Drummond, Bethel Spagnolo in a recent meeting

They recently worked with HOPE therapy dogs to find a foster placement for a beloved dog when the owner went to the hospital for surgery. Then they took photos of the pet in its temporary foster home and showed them to the owner. Although this is not normally part of HOPE's mission, they used their contacts to help with this specific problem.

For people who love dogs but are unable to care for or afford one of their own, the team brings in Amber the therapy dog from Reading for Rover.

They help in adult family homes, where there is a lot of need.

With the majority of people we are time limited – soft case management. There are two people we see weekly, both developmentally delayed.

The frequent 911 callers are a small part of what we do. The other needs have grown so much.
Every year the need doubles and it will continue to grow.

An Irons Brothers 2014 ramp built for Mimi Brown and her family. Photo courtesy Irons Brothers.

What is on their wish list?
  • Ramps. "The Rampathon program is wonderful, but it's only once a year."
  • Subsidized caregivers.
  • Help with adult family homes.
  • And "Why doesn't Medicare pay for ongoing rehab?"

But they love their jobs. They love to come to work. They feel supported in a "lovely environment."

And the stress level has decreased for firefighters. They never again have to walk away from someone who needs help they can't give. They have a MIH team.

Update: HOPE provides animal-assisted crisis response teams.



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Center for Human Services earns Three-Year CARF Accreditation

Thursday, April 14, 2022

Center for Human Services headquarters on 15th NE in Shoreline

CARF International announced that Center for Human Services has been accredited for a period of three years for its:
  • Outpatient Treatment: Mental Health (Adults), 
  • Outpatient Treatment: Mental Health (Children and Adolescents),
  • Outpatient Treatment: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Adults), 
  • Outpatient Treatment: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Children and Adolescents), 
  • Intensive Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Adults), 
  • Intensive Outpatient Treatment: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Children and Adolescents), 
  • Court Treatment: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Adults), 
  • Court Treatment: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Children and Adolescents), 
  • Assessment and Referral: Mental Health (Adults), 
  • Assessment and Referral Mental Health programs (Children and Adolescents), 
  • Assessment and Referral: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Adults), 
  • Assessment and Referral: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Children and Adolescents).

The latest accreditation is the fourth consecutive Three-Year Accreditation that the international accrediting body, CARF, has given to Center for Human Services.

This accreditation decision represents the highest level of accreditation that can be given to an organization and shows the organization's substantial conformance to the CARF standards. 

An organization receiving a Three-Year Accreditation has put itself through a rigorous peer review process. It has demonstrated to a team of surveyors during an on-site visit its commitment to offering programs and services that are measurable, accountable, and of the highest quality.

Beratta Gomillion
Executive Director, CHS
Center for Human Services is a not-for-profit organization with offices in Shoreline, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Bothell, and Everett. It has been providing services since 1970.

CARF is an independent, nonprofit accrediting body whose mission is to promote the quality, value, and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process and continuous improvement services that center on enhancing the lives of the persons served. 

Founded in 1966 as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, and now known as CARF International, the accrediting body establishes consumer-focused standards to help organizations measure and improve the quality of their programs and services. For more information about the accreditation process, visit the CARF website at www.carf.org



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Seats still available at the Annual (in-person) Dinner Gala and Auction for the Center for Human Services

Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Center for Human Services, local Behavioral Health and Family Support non-profit organization, is excited to convene in person for their Annual Dinner Gala and Auction - Saturday April 23, 2022 at the Edmonds Waterfront Center. 

Seats are still available for a night of networking, fundraising, and celebrating our community! 

The pandemic has had a significant impact on our community, and CHS has continued to strive and thrive in providing mental health counseling, substance use disorder treatment and a variety of family support services for families to strengthen their protective factors and build resilience. 

You are invited to help us sustain and build our capacity to continue to impact families in our neighborhood and across the North King County and South Snohomish County region.

Reserve your seat today at https://www.chs-nw.org/auction-registration-2022/ Tickets are $150/each.

Some highlights of the event to look forward to....
  • Silent Auction items, including a variety of theme baskets: Books, Pets, Hiking and Camping, Emergency Preparedness, Self-Care, Travel, Star Wars, Cooking etc.
  • A Dessert Dash to indulge in a variety of tasty desserts.
  • Raffle Prizes and Wine Grab!

Bid for a 7-night stay in Bali
Amazing LIVE Auction items including a 7 nights stay in Bali. 

The extra benefit is that there is a three-year expiration so there is time to plan the perfect getaway!

Seahawks Weekend - includes a hotel stay, 2 tickets to a 2022 season game, and a framed print of the Seahawks winning Super Bowl XLVIII

This event is planned and hosted by our Board of Directors and relies heavily on the help of volunteers. 

We are seeking volunteers to support the event on April 23rd, in the morning for set up and in the evening for the festivities. 

Interested? Contact Mirsada Kulovac at mkulovac@chs-nw.org or 206-631-8837. Community service hours available.



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Join the virtual community conversation to discuss the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy

Sunday, April 3, 2022

Save the Date and Register Today!

You are invited to join a virtual community conversation to discuss the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy!

This year, the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) is partnering with community groups from across King County to host a series of community conversations to help inform plans for 2023. 

Each conversation will focus on a specific community and offer:
  • A brief update on the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy
  • Opportunities to share what you think is going well with the VSHSL
  • Discussion on what parts of the VSHSL may need improvement going forward

Join us!

North King County Conversation:
Thursday, April 7 from 5:30-7pm

With a focus on communities along North Lake Washington including Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Bothell, and Woodinville.

Register on Eventbrite!

What is the VSHSL? Read more here and here.

The levy community works to support veterans, service members and their families, older adults and their caregivers, and the diversity of our resilient communities throughout King County. The VSHSL is focused on achieving results in five areas, each of which features a suite of strategies and programs: 
  1. housing stability, 
  2. financial stability, 
  3. healthy living, 
  4. social engagement, and 
  5. service system access and improvement.
This meeting will be accessible in American Sign Language (ASL) via interpreter and closed captioning. To request free-of-cost language access services during the community conversations, please make a note during registration. Questions? Email VSHSL@kingcounty.gov or staff@NUHSA.org



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Provide feedback on the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy at meeting Thursday, April 7, 2022

Thursday, March 31, 2022


A virtual meeting on Thursday April 7, 2022 from 5:30-7pm, will focus on communities along north Lake Washington including Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Bothell, and Woodinville to receive YOUR input on issues related to King County's Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy (VSHSL.)

The meetings are to gain input on issues relating to the levy from community members. The focus of the discussion:
  • Provide a brief update on the state of Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy
  • Learn from community members and providers on what went well during the levy
  • Discuss what needs improvement going forward.
For access needs, please contact us at: VSHSL@kingcounty.gov

Register here

They will be hosting additional meetings throughout the next few months. Those dates can be found here



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NUHSA meeting on February 23, 2022 features director of Center for Human Services

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Center for Human Services Shoreline
Photo from Google Maps

NUHSA Member and Community Partner Meeting on Wednesday, February 23rd (9-10:30am) features special guest Beretta Gomillion, Executive Director of Center for Human Services.

She will share not only how her organization is serving youth and families in North King County, but how their work is expanding through partnerships with cities and ARPA funding.

As always, we'll have the latest community information to share and discuss, and we welcome your organizational updates!

Register in advance for the meeting HERE!



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NUHSA to hear from Unite Us at meeting Wednesday morning January 26

Sunday, January 23, 2022

Gracious Gamiao with Unite Us
The first NUHSA Member and Community Partner Meeting of the year on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 (9-10:30am) will feature Unite Washington, a coordinated network of health and social service providers that are connected through a shared technology platform.

Gracious Gamiao, Senior Community Engagement Manager with Unite Us, will share how to send and receive electronic referrals, help address needs and improve health across communities. 

Unite Washington participates as part of the regional Community Information Exchange, Connect2 Community in King County. 

NUHSA is also a proud partner in this free network.

Register in advance for this and all of our upcoming meetings HERE!



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Aegis Living Shoreline hosts annual 2021 Winterfest celebration for employees

Saturday, December 18, 2021

Chris Corrigall and Anna Rogers 

This past Friday, December 17, 2021 Aegis Living Shoreline hosted Winterfest, an annual celebration for Aegis employees to celebrate the season together, and “shop” for items that have been purchased by the company.

From left: Maribel Rosal, Bernice Serwaa, Jocelyn Escobar Barrientos, Rose Funk, Rachelle Dato

This year every employee chose from a variety of gift cards and from a selection of toys for children.

“Winterfest is a tradition that allows us to soak in the spirit of generosity during the holiday season and give back to our staff who truly give their all to support our residents,” said Kaylan Moore, General Manager at Aegis Living Shoreline. 

From left: Genet Tishome, Badou Jeng, Tigist Tadesse, Beruk Tesfaye, Muhammed Waggeh

“We want them to know how much we appreciate their dedication every year, but particularly over the past few years.” 
 
Resident Dog: Elle
Aegis Living has a long history of celebrating and supporting its employees to create healthy, happy communities. 

You can learn more about Aegis’ commitment to giving back here

Aegis Living Shoreline is located on 1st Ave NE, across from Twin Ponds Park.



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Social Services Champion: Beverly Hawkins, Board President Camp United We Stand

Saturday, December 11, 2021

Beverly Hawkins, Human Services Champion
At its annual Human Services awards meeting on December 1, 2021 NUHSA (North Urban Human Services Alliance) awarded Beverly Hawkins, Board President of Camp United We Stand its Human Services Champion award.

With a tireless commitment to help those who are unhoused, Beverly oversees an itinerant camp of up to 35 individuals, coordinating funding and logistics while also working one-on-one with campers to provide assistance and a connection to resources. 

And she does all of this while in a second-round battle with bone cancer and single-handedly raising her nephew while working full time.

One nomination noted, “Her sense of oneness with all the campers is boundless, and as a black woman helping campers who are mostly white, she also teaches them how to ignore the differences in people and focus on what they have in common – a need for safety, security, and at least minimal comfort, dignity, respect and a sense of community. This is her focus daily – not for herself, but for others.”

Her challenge now is to find the next host for the camp, which must move in early January. Camp United We Stand (CUWS) is a small tent city which moves every three - six months to a different host location. Hosts, usually churches, provide a place to pitch tents and bring in services such as water and electricity.

CUWS is in a dire situation because it does not yet have a host church, county or city land, or a commercial parking lot to move to on January 12, 2022. 

The CUWS Board implores all reading this to look at all properties they own or control or know about and tell us if there is a possibility for CUWS to put its camp there for 3 to 6 months – now or sometime in the next two years.

To comply with local laws, the space should be 7,500 sq.ft. (although can be less in some cities) and should have access to water and electricity. CUWS can pay for all other needs and services.

If you know of any potential sites, please contact:


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Social Services Champions: Northwest Neighbors Network

Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Jerry and Sandy from Northwest Neighbors Network with the NNN award
Photo courtesy NUHSA

On December 1, 2021, NUHSA (North Urban Human Services Alliance) held its annual Human Services awards, recognizing organizations and individuals doing outstanding work in our community.

Outstanding Human Services Program: Northwest Neighbors Network

Northwest Neighbors Network (NNN) is an invaluable source of support for seniors who wish to age in place in their own homes, assisting its members with tasks that have become challenging (including home maintenance, transportation and tech support) and offering critical opportunities for social connection and activity.

Through a growing cadre of vetted and trained volunteers – many of whom are members themselves – NNN has created a community network and assists its senior members in both King and Snohomish Counties. In the last year, they have more than doubled their volunteer base and their membership, creating a greater safety net for seniors desiring to stay in their community and in their homes.

They are funded by the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy.   



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