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Seattle Times Jim Theofelis Op-Ed “Let’s continue on the proven path to end youth homelessness”
Jim Theofelis Op-Ed in the Seattle Times- 1/30/25 https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/lets-continue-on-the-proven-path-to-end-youth-homelessness/ “If you want to go fast, go alone — if you want to go far, go together.” This African proverb describes our approach in...
Bridge Housing: Key Insights from Focus Groups
Bridge Housing: Key Insights from Focus Groups Conducted by NorthStar Advocates “NorthStar Advocates-building a state behavioral health system that is culturally and developmentally responsive to young people” Title: SAFE HOUSING POST-INPATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH...
11/26/2024 BRIDGE COALITION MEETING NOTES
Meeting Notes: Bridge Coalition Meeting on November 26th Opening Comments (Jim): Chat Introductions were done, A broad overview of NorthStar Advocates Mission and purpose was discussed, Focusing on return to community: safe housing, relationships, and supporting...
10/22/2024 Bridge Coalition Meeting Notes
Meeting Notes: Bridge Coalition Meeting on October 22nd Opening Comments (Jim): Chat Introductions were done, A broad overview of NorthStar Advocates Mission and purpose was discussed, An update on SHB 1929 was given, stating NorthStar Advocates is currently working...
NorthStar Advocates Featured in USICH’s Spotlight on Youth Homelessness
NorthStar Advocates Featured in USICH’s Spotlight on Youth Homelessness We are proud to share that NorthStar Advocates has been highlighted in the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) article), “Homelessness Prevention Series: Spotlight on Youth...
9/24/2024 Bridge Coalition Meeting Notes
Meeting Notes: Bridge Coalition Meeting on September 24th Opening Comments (Sarah): Sarah Moderated this month’s meeting, Formal Introductions were done, Focusing on return to community: safe housing, relationships, and supporting young adults facing unaccompanied...
7/23/2024 Bridge Coalition Meeting Notes
Meeting Notes: Bridge Coalition Meeting on July 23rd Opening Comments (Jim): Formal Introductions were done, Focusing on return to community: safe housing, relationships, and supporting young adults facing unaccompanied homelessness interests and passions, A quick...
6/25/2024 Bridge Coalition Meeting Notes
Meeting Notes: Bridge Coalition Meeting on June 25th Opening Comments (Jim): Chat Introductions were done, Focusing on return to community: safe housing, relationships, and supporting young adults facing unaccompanied homelessness interests and passions, A quick...
Jim Theofelis Testifies at the Senate Human Services Work Session
SENATE HUMAN SERVICES WORK SESSION |JUNE 10, 2024 To watch Jim Theofelis's testimony please CLICK HERE Good Morning Madame Chair and members of the committee. My name is Jim Theofelis and I am the founding executive director of NorthStar Advocates with a mission to...
5/28/2024 Bridge Coalition Meeting Notes
Opening Comments (Jim): Chat Introductions were done, Focusing on return to community: safe housing, relationships, and supporting young adults facing unaccompanied homelessness interests and passions, A quick discussion on data that showed nearly 80% of young adults...