Early opening of Stevens County housing project helps curb homelessness

A much-needed housing project in Colville finished three months ahead of schedule – allowing dozens of people on the verge of homelessness to move in sooner than expected.

Catholic Charities of Eastern Washington, a nonprofit that helps communities with housing and other resources, completed its 72-unit housing development, called the Dominican Sisters Haven, ahead of schedule.

Due to the early finish, the organization was able to house more than 20 people who were about to lose temporary shelter after their hotel vouchers expired, said Alex Reynolds, vice president of housing outcomes for Catholic Charities…

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