K Story

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First New Places Happy Faces of 2025!

K is an example of how the journey to housing can be long and challenging, but at Lake City Partners we stick with people from tent to front door.

Three years ago, K made contact with LCP. She had not had shelter since her husband passed in 2014 and due to her limitations and needs she was not able to come into shelter. One of our Community Outreach team members persisted in their steady support of K to meet her where she was at, and over time they were able to set K up with supportive services.

Finally, and just a few days ago, that team member – who is now a manager of our Client Services team – was able to move K into her very own apartment. This staff member extends a special thank you to all of the LCP staff who have supported K on this journey, and we all give K congratulations on her new home!

C’s Story

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Final New Places, Happy Faces housing placement celebration of 2024!

C is a former shelter employee who struggled with housing insecurity and health issues. When unable to maintain employment, C ended up homeless and was referred to us many months later. While staying at our Aurora Oaks Enhanced Shelter, C became stabilized, healthy, and went back to work. He is moving into his new home today – on New Year’s Eve – and has a bright 2025 ahead of him!

Congratulations, C!

M’s Story

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Permanent Housing Success Story

We are so grateful to be able to share this incredible story that not only showcases the resiliency of our clients but the agility of the partnerships we have built around us.

M and her partner arrived at Aurora Oaks last winter, after being homeless for many years. Unfortunately, their relationship ended and her partner left the shelter. This was a challenging time for M, but she persevered and always remained positive. It was inspiring to see someone facing so many challenges and barriers always retain her sunny spirits.

Finally, after several months, the Client Services team at LCP was able to connect M to permanent housing. Her application was complete and had final approval – she would finally have permanent housing.

Tragically, the night before M was to sign her lease and move into the apartment, she was shot multiple times. She suffered serious injuries that required life-saving surgery. Thankfully she survived and was able to return to the shelter.

However, M’s new apartment would not meet her new needs around ADA access, as she was now a wheelchair user. M took this news in stride, and LCP set to work with our partners on finding a new apartment. 24 hours after leaving the hospital and returning to the shelter, we helped secure a new, ADA-accommodating unit that included a healthcare clinic on the ground floor to further support her.

At LCP, we support clients through whatever is thrown at them. Step-by-step when their needs change, we change what we look for. We know we are getting someone a home, not just a place to stay. We are grateful were able to achieve this amazing outcome through our close partnerships with King County Regional Homelessness Authority, DESC and Compass Housing Alliance. We are thankful for all your fast and nimble assistance in getting M a home that meets all her needs.

We are so glad we have been able to support you, M! Welcome home.