programs
Women We Serve
Age 55+ years
Women of color
Have some form of disability
Report DV as a contributing factor to homelessness
Have an annual income less than $40,000
Barriers To Housing
Rising rents and lack of affordable housing
Insufficient income
Lack of job opportunities
Trauma and domestic violence
Discrimination and systemic barriers
Our Programs
Helen's Place
Emergency Shelter (24/7)
8045 120th Avenue NE, Suite 200
Kirkland, WA 98033 | 425.572.2178
40 women receive a private cubicle or bed, access to amenities, and all meals. Case managers work individually with each woman, connecting them to resources and services tailored to their needs and goals.
Sophia’s Place
Extended-Stay Shelter
3032 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004 | 425. 896.7385
Provides stability for 21 women for six months. Each resident has a private cubicle in a supportive communal environment, access to amenities, and all meals. Case managers guide and connect them to resources.
Resource Center
Drop-in services (8 am – 3 pm)
3032 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004 | 425. 896.7385
Women enjoy breakfast and lunch, access amenities and get connected to resources and services that meet their needs. Staff-led workshops support the development of skills in multiple areas including finance and job readiness.
Vehicle Outreach
A navigator provides connections to community resources and services, including housing resources, to people living in vehicles in East King County. They also support residents of the safe parking program at Lake Washington United Methodist Church.
Transitional Housing
Residents receive case management and wraparound services to help build stability. Programs include Nicky’s Place, for three women in community living for nine months, and The Cottages, for five women aged 55+ in independent cottages for two years.
Permanent Housing + Supportive Services
Assist women in securing affordable permanent housing through subsidized rental assistance. Ongoing case management helps residents maintain stability and lead an independent life in a safe and welcoming, supportive environment.
Our Approach
Case Management
Case managers offer caring, compassionate, personalized support to help women build the lives they envision and deserve.
Focusing on holistic well-being – physical, mental, and financial – they equip women with practical skills, knowledge, and resources, thoughtfully supporting them to set meaningful goals and take confident steps toward achieving them.
Trauma-informed Approach
Staff and case managers follow the principles of trauma-informed approach to support and empower women.
This approach centers on a woman’s lived experiences. By asking, “What has happened to you?” rather than “What is wrong with you?” we create a safe space that reduces further trauma, promotes healing, and empowers women to build resilience and coping skills.
Story of Hope
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, she had to pay off some debt.
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).