There is hope and optimism in the air – bringing with it a renewed commitment to help the nation and our community thrive. For us at The Sophia Way, it is an exciting time as we present a new vision and the strategic framework that...
We continue to have hope for all good things this year. Although the pandemic is far from over, and there is still unrest in our country, we are optimistic – there seems to be renewed commitment at many levels to help everyone in our nation...
As I write this note, the sun is shining—finally a feeling that we are off to a fresh start. However, the turn of events on a national level reminded me that we still have a long road ahead. But I have hope. I have hope that...
Exactly twelve years ago, at 7 pm, we welcomed a woman into The Sophia's Way's overnight shelter at First Congregational Church. It was snowing hard outside. She was offered a hot dinner and a warm night's sleep. A few months later, her case manager helped...
"In this season of thanks, I wanted to reach out to each and every one of you, and thank you for all that you have done for The Sophia Way to provide for the safety, health and security of all the women that we serve. It's...
Dear Friends, As the sun dips earlier each day and the leaves begin to turn, we are taking time to reflect on the future of The Sophia Way. Last week, we invited community leaders to share their ideas, thoughts, and dreams to help chart the strategic direction...
It is a very different summer than those of years past. However, we continue to look for the sunshine and blue skies to uplift our spirits to better cope with the pandemic and systemic racism that plagues our nation. The Sophia Way hosted a healing vigil...
[vc_row][vc_column width='2/3']There is movement against systemic racism, against police brutality and racial injustice. There is movement to live without fear. There is movement that we cannot ignore. We must work together to tear down the systems that perpetuate racism in our society. We are ALL impacted by...
Dear Friends, Like many of you, we are processing what is happening on the Eastside, in Seattle, and across the nation. We are deeply concerned that in our community and our country, there are places where people are not treated equally; that systemic racism exists in...
Dear Friends, It gives me great pleasure to share with you a touching note from a guest at our shelter. "I am eternally grateful for these optimal health precautions and a chance at rest and relaxation. It has been extremely positive and stabilizing, giving me deep healing...