Aug 25Letter from HereTogether to SHS Regional Oversight Committee on August 25, 2023Members of the Supportive Housing Services Regional Oversight Committee, We are writing today to celebrate great news! …2 min read2 min read
Aug 11Extreme Heat in the Portland Area: Supporting Vulnerable NeighborsThis week the Portland region will be faced with unusually extreme heat. …2 min read2 min read
Jul 21Stone Soup PDX; More than Just MealsWorkers move efficiently around the bright and orderly Stone Soup PDX kitchen in Old Town Portland, accompanied by the savory aroma of fresh peppers sizzling on the stove. The shelves are filled with spices, flour, couscous, beans, lentils. …Homelessness5 min readHomelessness5 min read
Jul 12Chris’s Story: A new apartment provides hopeThis story was written with support from Community Partners for Affordable Housing. “What does having a stable home mean for you?” “Well, basically, for me, it’s feeling safe. That’s what having housing means to me — clean water, hygiene. …Homelessness3 min readHomelessness3 min read
Jul 5Ground Blessing for Tistilal VillageWednesday, June 21 was a beautiful sunny day in Portland’s Portsmouth neighborhood, perfect for a Ground Blessing on the summer solstice. …4 min read4 min read
Jun 29Navigating the Path to Stability with HomePlate Youth ServicesFor homeless youth, finding housing and employment can be like climbing a rocky mountain. Along this treacherous journey, guides are needed to scout ahead and overcome obstacles. At HomePlate Youth Services, a nonprofit in Washington County, service providers are the key for young people navigating their way to successful independence…6 min read6 min read
May 31HereTogether Coalition Statement in Response to the City of Portland Camping OrdinanceToday, Portland City Council will vote on a daytime ban on camping on city property and a 24/7 ban within 250 feet of certain designated spaces. The city intends to enforce this ban with fines and up to thirty days of jail time. The HereTogether coalition firmly stands against policies…3 min read3 min read
May 25David’s StoryThis story was written by Ellen Clarke with support from Stone Soup. David wears a Stone Soup PDX tee shirt every day as a reminder of the group that helped him start over. With an infectious smile and a unique perspective, he has a lot to be happy about. Since…3 min read3 min read
Apr 25We won’t solve homelessness without supporting frontline service workersAs a society, we have a collective responsibility to support those who are most vulnerable among us, including those experiencing homelessness. Nonprofit homeless service providers play a crucial role in addressing this pressing issue, providing essential services to those who are struggling to find stable housing and access basic needs…3 min read3 min read
Apr 20William’s Story; Getting off the Street with Peer SupportThis story was written by HereTogether’s volunteer storyteller Ellen Clarke with support from New Narrative. Before experiencing homelessness William had a warehouse management job, a family, a home and enjoyed spending time outdoors. He owned a pickup truck, had dogs and went on hunting and fishing trips. …4 min read4 min read
