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.

  • 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