LWUMC Safe Parking Program

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Federal judge sides with church in unhoused shelter standoff Castle Rock, Colorado, cannot prevent church from ‘quintessential act’ of offering temporary refuge

Join us on Wednesday, July 24th for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: Lasagna, salad, bread, & mac and cheese
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!

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Help us spread the word about our LGBTQIA+ Housing Fair! This in-person event will connect q***r community members with housing, basic needs, and advocacy resources in King County. Co-hosted by Q***r Power Alliance, we will be joined by organizations providing housing, basic needs, and advocacy resources! Light refreshments will be provided.

Join us on Saturday, July 27th, 11 am - 1:30 pm at the Seattle Central Library (1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104) - Level 4, Room 1; signs will be posted within the library.

Entre Hermanos Lavender Rights Project Be:Seattle Peer Washington United Territories of Pacific Islanders Alliance - WA Elizabeth Gregory Home Community Roots Housing Bellwether Housing Disability Empowerment Center Tenant Law Center Traction Statewide Poverty Action Network

Don't miss out! This month-long free performing arts series will bring diverse performances to the amphitheater for neighbors, trail users, and the community. Come by Feriton Spur Park, 509 6th Street South, on Wednesdays from 6 - 8 pm. This week's feature: Youth Music Showcase.

For more, visit https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Whats-Happening/Community-Events/Parks-and-Community-Services-Events/Special-Events-Division/Feriton-Spur-Summer-Event-Series.

The 2024 Vehicle Residency Summit is now available to WATCH on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Wmh3zD

Did you miss the summit, a session you really wanted to see, or just want to rewatch a session you attended?

All sessions are now available on the NVRC YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/

The vigil this Wednesday will be dedicated to the memory of Denise.

From updated Death Data from the King County Medical Examiners, Women in Black learned of the deaths of 16 of our sisters and brothers outdoors, in public, or by violence in June. Last month there were at least TWO homeless homicide victims and THREE fire-related deaths (including two homeless people air-lifted down from Bethel, AK).

From noon to 1 PM Wednesday, July 17th we’ll stand vigil on the steps of Seattle City Hall (4th/James).

For the first time in the history of our WHEEL/Women in Black, there’ll be a simultaneous Solidarity Vigil, organized by supporters, in Lake City, at the Arch at the Lake City Mini Park (125th/Lake City Way NE).

We’ll be standing to honor and remember these beloved people:

**Billie Grimm-Stone, 32, died by smoke inhalation in an abandoned bldg fire at 917 NE 63rd on 6/4
**David Schonfeld, 61, died by gunshot homicide at HMC after shot at 3300 Airport Wy S on 6/5
**Alexx Ohnemus, 27, died by gunshot wound (manner unknown) at 1016 Occidental S on 6/9
**Russell Purrington, 37, died by meth/fentanyl-involved OD at a tea shop at 824 E Pike on 6/10
**Jennifer Marcelo, 54, found in unknown location; died at Swedish of natural causes on 6/12
**Eric Bland, 28, died by fentanyl-involved OD at 2024 Third Ave on 6/13
**Steve Sedgwick, 43, died by meth/ethanol-involved OD in hospital; found at 3434 S 152nd on 6/15
**Gregory Alfred, 63, died by smoke inhalation at HMC; found in abandoned bldg in Bethel AK on 6/15
**Doreen Black, 60 died by smoke inhalation at HMC; found in abandoned bldg in Bethel AK on 6/15
**Mark Lujan, 44, died by meth/fentanyl/ethanol-involved OD in parking lot at 1526 2nd Ave on 6/16
**William Tappe, 53, died at HMC; found outside at 4559 California SW on 6/16, cause pending
**Tyler Randall, 48, died by fentanyl-involved OD in vehicle at NE 44th/36th NE on 6/14
**Michael Brophy, 62, died by gastrointestinal hemorrhage at 15th W/W Armor (Golf Ctr) on 6/19
**Ryan Christopher Morris, 28, died by cocaine/ethanol-involved OD at 7th/Cherry on 6/20
**Larry Bailey, 61, died by anoxic encephalopathy (accident) at HMC; found at 3005 Rainier S on 6/20
**Cameron Heriford, 35, died by choke-hold homicide at HMC; found at 6900 E Green Lake Wy N on 6/28

This vigil will be dedicated to Denise Charbonneau-Bartlet, 64, beloved of Lake Washington UMC’s Safe Parking program, who died on June 19th in the Kia she called home.

Without shelter, people die! At least 380 homeless/temporarily housed people died outside, in public or by violence last year, and 159 already this year.

Though the number of homeless people who’ve died unsheltered or by violence this year is lower than the same period last year—and we’re grateful for that!—we do not rest easy, nor will we stop fighting for more shelter, housing, and an end to brutal encampment sweeps. Standing vigil for 16 homeless people who died just in one month, including at least two homicide victims, is not easy. JOIN US next week!

Join us on Wednesday, July 17th for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: Frank & Bean/cornbread topping, fruit salad, green salad
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!

These great suggestions are all things our guests would love to have donated to the program!

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MENU CHANGE 7/10!
Hello everyone! tomorrow nights menu has changed to Chicken Caesar salad! We hope you will still join us to enjoy good food and good company.

Join us on Wednesday, July 10th for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: Parmesan crusted cod, mashed potatoes, and dessert.
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!

There is a heat advisory in place from Friday noon until dusk on Monday. We would appreciate donations of bottled water and Gatorade for our guests. Ice or reusable ice packs are also a wonderful gift. There will be a blue cooler on the bench outside the church over the weekend. Please feel free to leave a bag of ice or some drinks in the cooler or drop off during building hours: Today, Friday, & Mon 9-3 or Thur, Sat, & Sun 9-11 & 7-9.

We were appalled today by the Supreme Court decision in the City of Grants Pass v. Johnson which will allow cities to punish people experiencing homelessness for sleeping in public spaces.

You can read about the decision at this link:https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/23pdf/23-175_19m2.pdf

You can reach out to your state representatives at this link:
https://leg.wa.gov/House/Representatives/pages/default.aspx

You can read Coalition on Homelessness response at this link:
https://homelessinfo.salsalabs.org/20240628scotusruling?wvpId=f14c877e-6466-4b43-b367-183340827005

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Happy International Pride Day!

OUR RESPONSE to Supreme Court decision in Grants Pass v. Gloria Johnson:
Today the U.S. Supreme Court issued the ruling we dreaded but thought likely. Laws that punish, fine, arrest, and jail people who must sleep and survive outside because they have no home ARE WRONG. Hundreds of thousands of our fellow Americans struggle to afford a place to live, as housing prices continue to rise faster than wages or public benefits. This terrible ruling will make life worse for everyone. These six Justices' understanding of right and wrong is not ours. We live in the real world, and we know what it means to deprive people of basic safety, a blanket, and warmth.

We want our members and allies to understand that our lawsuit to overturn Burien's cruel and unjust banishment ordinance *is not affected* by this decision. We rely on the protections of our Washington state constitution in Hale v. City of Burien. Together with our three unhoused co-plaintiffs and Northwest Justice Project we seek justice in what is now an even more important case.

Read our full message here: https://homelessinfo.salsalabs.org/20240628scotusruling?wvpId=7dc417ac-1859-4bd6-8ddc-eca60c3f43c5

SHARE your reactions in the comments, and JOIN US! Today, we launch our FIGHT FOR HOUSING JUSTICE FUND. Donate and sign up for our Action Alerts at www.homelessinfo.org.

Join us on Wednesday, July 3rd for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: BBQ, potato salad, 3 bean salad, & punch
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!

Join us on Wednesday, June 26th for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: BBQ Hamburgers and hot dogs (with vegetarian options), watermelon, green salad, & pasta salad.
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!

Hello everyone, the next couple day are supposed to be very hot, we would be very appreciative if we could have some water bottle donations for out guests. If we are closed they can be left one the circle bench to the right of the front doors. Thank you!

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Still time to sign up for this FREE, ONLINE summit happening THIS WEEKEND! Lots of fascinating topics, and opportunity to build community with other vehicle residents and allies.

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Happy Juneteenth!

Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is also called Emancipation Day or Juneteenth Independence Day. The name “Juneteenth” references the date of the holiday, combining the words “June” and “nineteenth.”

Join us on Wednesday, June 19th for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: Hamburger casserole, pistachio salad, & French bread.
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!

Join us on Wednesday, June 12th for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: Baked potato bar, veggie chili, regular chili, & broccoli and cheese soup.
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!

Happy Pride Month!

Early symptoms of dementia can lead to homelessness, and there is not a lot of help out there to navigate it:

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Thank you, MCRC Seattle, for a fabulous dinner Saturday night! The family that delivered it was so warm and gracious. The ladies loved the chicken parmesan (or vegetables, for vegetarians), pasta, and delightful bag of drink, cookie, orange, and banana.

Join us on Wednesday, June 5th for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: Turkey cranberry pin rolls, cranberry Waldorf salad, green salad, and chips
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!

"WA's one of a kind youth homelessness response shows big results"

WA’s ‘one of a kind’ youth homelessness response shows big results The Office of Homeless Youth was created in 2015 not only to administer funding but to shape policy and solutions for homeless youths and young adults.

🥶 With overnight freezing temperatures and the potential for lowland snow in the forecast, Tier 3 Severe Weather Protocols will be activated January 10-16. 🥶

A Tier 3 activation means that the KCRHA is working to coordinate with cities to open additional 24/7 emergency shelters and warming centers, as well as several other activities.

We are currently working on gathering information on available overnight shelters and daytime warming centers, and will update our Severe Weather Page as more information becomes available.

https://kcrha.org/resources/severe-weather-shelter/

When living out of your car, where are the best places to park to avoid being noticed? Answer (1 of 18): I have actually done this. Here are some tips to avoid problems: 1. Change places every night. Don’t be obvious about what you’re doing. Have a few out of the way places to park and rotate from time to time. Try not to have a pattern. 2. Be courteous. Clean the area around you,...

NEWSFLASH: We joined three Burien residents without homes today to file a lawsuit against the City of Burien's unjust and cruel banishment ordinance. Northwest Justice Project lawyers represent us in our challenge to Ordinance 827, which “criminalizes the status of being homeless, inflicts cruel and unusual punishment, and deprives individuals of due process.“ All along we have said what we know is true: Burien is . Burien residents deserve housing, shelter, services, and a city government that puts resources towards solutions, rather than threatening residents who try to shelter themselves from the elements. More: https://b-townblog.com/seattle-king-county-coalition-on-homelessness-sues-city-of-burien-over-unconstitutional-ordinance-827/

Join us on Wednesday, January 10th for our weekly Community Dinner!
The Menu is: Pizza
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Location: 7525 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
We hope to see you there!