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STONEWALL YOUTH

They offer a confidential safe space for queer and questioning youth by hosting regular support group meetings, drop-in hours, and a place to find supportive friends. They serve youth up to the age of 21.
Phone Number: 360-705-2738
Website Link: https://www.stonewallyouth.org/

RESCUE MISSION – PIERCE COUNTY

Serves single men with photo ID.
Phone Number: 253-383-4493
Website Link: www.trm.org

Crossroads Housing

Shelter for families with children.

Phone Number: 360-427-6919
Website Link: https://www.crossroads-housing.net/

Real stories

Tumwater Family Practice: Making a Big Difference for Local Youth

For the past three years, Tumwater Family Practice has teamed up with Community Youth Services (CYS) to run a...

The Empowering Journey with Parents as Teachers: Supporting Families Overcoming Trauma

Meet Samantha, a resilient 19-year-old mother of a delightful two-year-old child diagnosed on the autism spectrum. Holding down a...

A Journey of Love and Growth: Nate and Maddie’s Foster Care Story

by Natasha Ashenhurst When we caught up with Nate and Maddie Graves-Wilson, they were living the dream in sunny...

THERAPEUTIC FOSTER CARE: COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS WITH DEREK HARRIS, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, COMMUNITY YOUTH SERVICES

Embracing the Unyielding Love: Meet the Extraordinary Foster Care Team at Community Youth Services

by Natasha Ashenhurst As I sat down with the remarkable Community Youth Services’ Foster Care team members, my heart...

A Walk in the Jungle with CYS’ Street Outreach Team

Photos from left to right, top to bottom. Morrigan loads the wagon with supplies. Kennedy and Morrigan. A closer...

Parents As Teachers—A Vital Ally to Families In Need

We recently sat down with Deborah Morton, Family Resource Coordinator at the Olympia School District to learn how local...

From IT to Community Outreach: The Inspiring Story of Steven Ross

Steven Ross is a dedicated member of the Community Youth Services (CYS) Board, and throughout his career, he has...

From Surviving to Thriving – One Young Mother’s Journey Home

An interview with a former participant who is now giving back as a staff member at Community Youth Services...

More Than a Roof: How Stable Housing Transforms Young Lives

Imagine turning 18 and suddenly being on your own—with no family to call, no stable place to sleep, and...

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