JS’s Story

JS had been staying at Tent City 4 for a while when he first began visiting Lake City Partners’ GLA Day Center. What started as occasional check-ins soon became a regular part of his routine as he sought resources to help turn his life around. After several months, JS met with the Center’s case manager who was determined to assist him in finding a stable place to live. They completed the King County Regional Homelessness Authority Coordinated Entry enrollment, and it quickly became clear that JS was an ideal candidate for 55+ housing.

Despite a lengthy wait and no immediate opportunities, hope was not lost. Months passed, and the search for the right place continued, until finally, a promising listing for a 55+ building surfaced. The staff at GLA Day Center didn’t waste any time — they nominated JS right away. The very next day, JS was selected.

With the approval came a whirlwind of paperwork, but with the team’s support, JS navigated the process smoothly. Just a few weeks later, he stood in front of a new door, his name on the lease, keys in hand.

It was when he stepped inside his new apartment that the reality hit. Walking through the apartment, JS realized this wasn’t just another place he would pass through. This was home. No more carrying his life in a backpack. No more uncertainty. It was a fresh start, and for the first time in a long time, JS felt something he hadn’t in years — security. Welcome home, JS!