Tag Archives: homelessness
Mental-Health Programs: Full Funding Long Overdue
Re: “WA to get $183M from Purdue Pharma settlement, more than double original proposal” [March 3, Local News]: What to do with this money? It is intended for addiction treatment, but the state should also try actually spending serious money … Continue reading
Homelessness
I love the Opt Ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader It is disappointing that although … Continue reading
Excerpt from a Career Journal: Balancing Act
This is my second quarter of graduate school and I’ve realized I haven’t mentioned my dream of starting a nonprofit once. My focus and priorities have been on welfare policies and homeless youth. I recently decided I am going to … Continue reading
Community
When it comes to finding your community, two words: Don’t settle. Even if no one in your life “gets” you now, your people exist. Intend to find them, have faith they will find you, and know your meeting is certain. … Continue reading
Excerpt from a Career Journal: Guidance
I am embarking on my practicum journey and I am being drawn to the homeless and youth community, particularly the medical side. I believe this knowledge will come in handy one day. I want to be able to facilitate both … Continue reading