Progress
As part of We Are In’s work to educate the community, raise awareness around the issues of housing and homelessness, and advocate for change, we want to spotlight the important progress that is underway — whether in housing, services, or policy and infrastructure. This page serves as a round-up of the progress we’re making across the region — check back periodically for additional updates.
Preventing and ending homelessness is consistently the most important issue for people in our region. This sense of urgency and concern is driving much-needed change on the issues of housing and homelessness in King County. New housing units are opening up; services are improving; significant investments from state and local governments as well as private partners have been made and more are on the way; and people experiencing homelessness are being connected to the shelter, services, and housing they need to thrive.
Progress by the Numbers
[Updated as of March 2023]
5,600+
In 2022, more than 5,600 individuals, couples, youth, and families moved from homelessness into permanent housing.
1,314+
Through federally funded Emergency Housing Vouchers, over 1,314 individuals, couples, and families previously experiencing homelessness or fleeing domestic violence have been moved into safe and stable places to live. King County’s EHV program is highlighted by federal partners as one of the best in the nation.
150+
Partnership for Zero and the Housing Command Center have moved 150+ individuals, couples, and families into permanent and interim housing, and more are currently moving through the housing process.
190
The State Right of Way Initiative has resolved 6 encampments, moving nearly 190 people safely inside thanks to state funding and support.
500
In addition to those housed by KCRHA, nearly 500 previously homeless people have been housed across the region through the Health Through Housing Initiative, which has purchased 10 buildings to serve as interim and permanent supportive housing.
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