homelessness

Recent Supreme Court decision may lead to more stringent laws on outdoor sleeping.

The results of this year's Homeless Point In Time Count for Chelan and Douglas Counties are in, and the numbers indicate a slightly bleaker picture than last year. The 2024 count surveyed 141 people who are experiencing homelessness in the two-county area, marking an increase of 16...

The task force sets priorities for homeless services and programs in the two counties.

Community Development Director Glen DeVries shared that the initial delivery date was pushed from April to July.

Washington State is in the top 10 in the U.S. for the number of unsheltered homeless individuals, or those living on the street.  But The Center Square also reports the Evergreen state ranks in the top 5 in total homeless figures as of 2022 and has more homelessness than states with much larger populations like Ohio, Texas and Michigan. Some ...

Chelan County will conduct its annual Homeless Point in Time Count on Thursday, January 26. The outreach event is part of a nationally-coordinated effort which is held on the same day in hundreds of communities nationwide. Sasha Sleiman, Chelan County housing program coordinator, says the count accomplishes much more than establishing the basic metrics of the area's homeless population... Read Mor

A recent report by the Department of Commerce found that 39-percent of people surveyed said housing and homelessness are the top problems facing the state.

The city's two Safe Parks are designated areas where people living in RV's are allowed to stay for an extended period of time.

It is highly recommended that those who are unhoused try calling 211 for emergency shelter rather than try and face weather conditions.

NCW Librarians and staff will help direct those who need food/housing services in your specific region.