Blaine Veterans Center Enhanced Shelter offered by Compass Housing Alliance
Offers 24-hour enhanced shelter to adult male-identifying veterans. 36 shelter beds are separated by 3 short walls, with additional services including the following: - Three meals per day - Laundry services - Showers and hygiene supplies - Bus tickets for appointments - Limited personal storage - Kitchenette - Computer and TV - Onsite case management - Housing navigation support - Skill development opportunities Round-the-clock staff ensure safe and smooth operations. Participants have 24-hour access. Residents will work with their Housing Case Manager to create an action plan, addressing their barriers and working on next steps toward stable housing.
Hours
KCVP phone hours: M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm. Shelter is 24 hours daily.
Application process
Call the King County Veterans Program's main line for a referral. You must be enrolled in the King County Veterans Program to receive a referral. Most enrollments will have same day referral. To check on the status of your referral, please contact your case manager with KCVP.
Eligibility
Must be an adult, 18 years of age or older, male-identifying veteran who has served in the U.S. military. Participants must be committed to seeking housing and a source of income. Building is ADA accessible and has a wheelchair ramp.
Fee
None.
Agency info
Compass Housing Alliance
Operates one drop-in center for homeless adults with showers, nurse care, hygiene supplies and limited laundry facilities as well as free local phone usage. Also assists clients in obtaining resources such as referrals for shelter, housing, health services and public benefits. Offers mail services, and assists with obtaining referrals for housing for veterans, as well as men and women in addiction recovery and others with low income. Provides shelter for adult men and women on a referral basis.