Homelessness, Mental Health, & Substance Use Disorder
As a career public health professional, homelessness, mental health and substance abuse are issues at the center of my thinking and action.
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Since you elected me, we have delivered results:
Helped create and establish the North Star program, which allows the County and Skagit cities to efficiently coordinate resources in addressing homelessness and mental health issues.
Helped fund and open Martha’s Place in Mount Vernon, which provides 70 units of affordable housing and support services for veterans and other citizens in need of assistance.
Funded and opened the new Skagit County Evaluation and Treatment Center in Sedro-Woolley, a 16-bed facility that provides inpatient care and support for individuals experiencing acute mental health symptoms.
Support for the First Steps program, which helps get those struggling with substance abuse off the streets.
Support for the Anacortes Family Center