stories

Julie radiates positivity and energy. She is a huge Seahawks fan, but that is only one part of her life. She has a beautiful story to share. “It means the world to me to know that there are people like Liz that really want to not...

Abra’s resilience inspires us to stay positive and give back to the community. Leaving her family and home, Abra traveled a long way to get medical treatment. She found comfort at Sophia’s Place and a caring community that helped her heal. . ...

Deborah had a debilitating illness that took away her job and left her without a home. Today she is experiencing the joys of once again living in her own place. . ...

Sally was working at her job when a 185-pound ladder fell on her, herniating a disc. Doctors told her she could not go back to work. Without a job, Sally lost her home. But she did not lose hope. Sally shares the struggles of her...

Belinda came to Sophia's Place Extended-Stay Shelter in May 2020. At that time, the shelter was operating at the Red Lion Hotel. Belinda had one goal – to move into housing within six months (the period of time she could stay at the shelter). But, first,...

Roslyn is the kind of person who is always there for others – who lifts you up with a smile and just the right words. In fact, she gave up her Seattle apartment a couple years ago to care for her sick mom in Texas....

In the summer of 2020, Janis moved into her own apartment. After 13 years of housing instability, she finally has a place to call home. Hear Janis share her story [vc_video link='https://youtu.be/PjzpC4GhhCI']...

A wife, mother and, veteran…homeless after 67 years. Amara had not planned to be homeless. No one does. However, it is a narrative that is playing across the United States – people struggling with homelessness in their twilight years, at a time when they should be...