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Join us for our open house on Monday, October 21st!

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Join us for our open house on Monday, October 21st! -

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a safe haven and unwavering support for youth experiencing homelessness in the Cowlitz County region, empowering them to overcome adversity and flourish in society.

Behind the name

Beth’s Place is named in honor of Mariah Beth Morrison who tragically passed away on August 10, 2023. The name ‘Beth’ means home or house in Hebrew.

Mariah was a light to many who knew her and found happiness helping others in need. She previously worked for Community House on Broadway and CORE Health throughout the years from 2018. We hope that all who stay at Beth’s Place feel at home and have hope that tomorrow is a new day full of possibilities.

Our History

Beth’s Place, an initiative by Community House on Broadway, aims to support youth in Cowlitz County to achieve self-sufficiency by offering services and resources. The Community House on Broadway, a sober homeless recovery center, strives to reduce the impact of homelessness by developing a youth shelter. By expanding services for unaccompanied youth facing homelessness, our goal is to alleviate community challenges and support the well-being of these individuals. Through addressing their housing needs, we aim to enable them to focus on education, mental health improvement, and engagement in extracurricular activities.

Our Vision

Our vision at Community House on Broadway is focused on creating a future where young individuals experiencing homelessness not only find hope and valuable connections but also access a well-defined route that guides them towards a more promising and optimistic futures.

This core mission is supported by our steadfast commitment to delivering purposeful assistance and promoting partnerships within the community, all aimed at generating enduring transformations for individuals who require assistance.

Our Values

We believe these elements are essential for youth experiencing homelessness to heal and grow:

Safety: We endeavor to provide an environment that fosters a sense of safety, security and trust.

Connection: We recognize that healthy connection and relationships are key for youth to heal from trauma.

Collaboration: We believe in partnering with youth to identify shared goals, give voice and promote youth empowerment.

Opportunity: We strive to offer youth opportunities to access meaningful support and services which address their holistic needs.

Community Need

Over the years, in Cowlitz County, there has been a noticeable rise in the number of unaccompanied youth. It is our firm conviction that by coming together as a community, we possess the ability to halt the recurring cycle of homelessness that profoundly impacts our county. This can be achieved by ensuring the provision of essential services, offering them a beacon of hope for the future.

Youth homelessness causes.

  • Family Conflict & Dynamics

  • Parental substance abuse

  • Youth substance abuse

  • Parental mental health issues

  • Youth mental or behavioral health

  • Child welfare system involvement

  • Juvenile justice system involvement

  • Poverty and housing insecurity

Youth homelessness impacts.

  • Mental health problems

  • Substance abuse

  • Barriers to education and employment

  • Unsafe sexual practices and results

  • Criminal activity and victimization

  • Risk of chronic homelessness

Comprehensive Care

A holistic approach for providing care for youth experiencing homelessness

Beth’s Place is dedicated to fostering a secure, encouraging, and caring atmosphere where residents can thrive. Our unwavering dedication lies in addressing the medical, psychological, physical, and developmental requirements of our young inhabitants during their time here. Upon admission, all youth will undergo a thorough assessment to ascertain their individual needs and craft a tailored care strategy. Throughout their stay, residents will have access to a wide range of services to support their well-being and growth at our facility:

-Case Management

-Educational Support

-Housing Support

-Workforce Development

-Access to Medical and Psychiatric Care

-Behavioral Health Services

-Recreational Programming

-Clothing and personal hygiene products

-Referral to community partners for services not offered onsite for residents.

Maximum Stay

We recognize the complexities of securing a long-term solution for youth experiencing homelessness. As a result, youth will be allowed to remain as long as needed with adherence to their treatment plan and facility rules. During their stay their case manager and support team (i.e. DCYF social worker, guardian, etc.) will create a plan for permanent housing.

 FAQs

  • Beth's Place is equipped to house a total of 48 youth with 24 rooms available. There will be two designated areas for girls and boys divided by a door and staff member for oversight.

  • Youth ages 13-17 are allowed to stay at Beth's Place. All other ages are welcome to stay at the Community House on Broadway.

  • Beth’s Place anticipates receiving referrals from systems of care, including, but not limited to:

    • Local School District

    • Juvenile Hall

    • DCYF (Department of Children, Youth, and Families)

    • Medical Clinics

  • Beth's Place will reserve the right to deny admission to the shelter if it would pose a threat to other residents or otherwise compromise the safety or integrity of the program.

    Admission may be denied under the following circumstances:

    • Individual is a sex offender

    • Prior assault charges

    • Individual has active warrant charges

    • Individual is not a resident of Cowlitz County

    • Individual is not recommended for communal living by a qualified health provider tending to LOC 4 or higher that includes characteristics such as:

      • Danger to self or others,

      • Grave disability,

      • Intensity of medical needs beyond shelter scope, etc.

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