Human Services
Director: Keith Higman
HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
2025-2030 Homeless Housing Plan: Notice of Plan DevelopmentThe 5-year Homeless Housing Plan provides Skagit County with a guide to strategic plans to reduce homelessness in Skagit County over the next 5 years. The plan supports priorities and actionable goals that will shape the funding decisions and strategies for our homeless crisis response system. The development of this plan is staffed by Skagit County Public Health, and an advisory committee has been established to guide this planning process. Task Force members include members of the NorthStar Advisory Group and other community stakeholders. More information on the requirements and framework of this planning process are provided by the Washington State Department of Commerce. 2025 Strategic Plan Timeline
Public Engagement Future public engagement opportunities will be posted on this page. To receive updates on homelessness and housing topics, you may also sign up for the County’s listserv. Task Force Materials Questions or Comments can be directed to: Skagit County Home ConsortiumFor information about Skagit County HOME Consortium funding opportunities, please check here. Invitation to Submit Letter of Interest for Pallet Shelters for Quarantine/IsolationSkagit County seeks Letters of Interest from qualified parties that wish to host Pallet shelters in Skagit County to serve individuals experiencing homelessness. During times when quarantine/isolation is needed to prevent the spread of contagious disease, the Pallet shelters will be required to be vacated for use by individuals identified by Skagit County Public Health. Letters of Interest will be accepted on a rolling basis, with requests considered in the order in which they are received until all units are awarded. More details about project objectives, expectations, and LOI requirements can be found in the link below. Questions should be directed to Christi Brua Weaver, Behavioral Health Coordinator at Skagit County Public Health, by email at christibw@co.skagit.wa.us. Coordinated EntryCoordinated Entry is a process for individuals and families in Skagit County who are experiencing or at imminent risk of homelessness to access homelessness prevention services and resources. Applicants will be screened for eligibility, prioritization, and program matching for a more efficient and effective system to access appropriate programs. Skagit County Coordinated Entry Policies and Procedures
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