The Compass Housing Alliance Board of Directors is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Bailey as Compass’s new President, replacing Mary Steele, who retires in October. Michael most recently served as Deputy Director of Operations and Homelessness at the City of Seattle’s Human Services Department. A thoughtful and passionate leader, he brings a wealth … Continue reading Compass Welcomes New Leader: Michael Bailey
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2023 Seattle Housing Levy Exciting news! Our next Compass Housing Alliance NAVIGATES is on October 4 at 6:30pm on Zoom. We will be holding a community conversation about the critically important 2023 Seattle Housing Levy renewal on the ballot this November. We value your voice and participation.Since 1986, the Seattle Housing Levy has been the … Continue reading What does $970 million do for our community?
Between the flood caused by the sprinklers, the fire and smoke damage, the gas line repair, and the replacement dryers, we’re on the hook for $20,493. Help us minimize the impact of this unexpected cost by giving today. We need your help to raise $20,493.
Sophie Rice-Sauer, one of Compass's Case Managers, made a real connection with one of our guests at Otto's Place Men's Shelter. She wrote this piece after visiting Peter in the nursing facility that the City of Seattle Department of Aging and Disability Services secured for him after a health scare.
Nyer Urness House (we usually call it Nyer) is a permanent supportive housing program located in Ballard for single adults who have previously experienced chronic homelessness. It operates on the evidence-based housing first model and isnamed after the beloved minister, Nyer Urness. Nyer Urness House has 80 studio apartments, case management, an on-site medical clinic … Continue reading Nyer Urness House turns 10!
Juneteenth was recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, but it has been a celebration of African American resilience since the late 1860s. In honor of Juneteenth, we are sharing an event that one of our programs put together this past Black History Month. Renata Slack is a housing case manager working at Nyer Urness … Continue reading Nyer Urness House celebrates Black History
Horizon House Senior Living, located in downtown Seattle, awarded Compass a $6,000 grant to support the agency’s Angle Lake affordable housing program.
The Office of the State Treasurer (OST) and the Compass Housing Alliance are partnering to provide a free ID Theft & Prevention Workshop at the Shoreline Veterans Center on Wednesday, May 31.
Candice is the program manager of two Compass programs, Compass on Dexter (COD) and Cascade Women’s Program.
From Streets to Home — Compass is There Compass Housing Alliance works tirelessly to walk alongside people experiencing homelessness to help them find safe and stable housing, connect with resources, and overcome barriers to stability. Sometimes, we are able to provide a direct continuum of Compass services to a neighbor in need, from streets to … Continue reading Spring Into Action 2023