The product of a partnership between the City of Burlington, Skagit County, and Friendship House, the Skagit First Step Center is considered the "first stride in stepping out of homelessness". The Center is a low-barrier shelter located at 465 Pease Road in Burlington offering 24/7 temporary emergency homeless services. Friendship House oversees the daily management and operations of the Center's services which include:
- Mental Health Support
- Substance Abuse Support
- Employment Services
- Medical visits
- Meal services
- Laundry
Looking to find out more?
Find a wealth of information at the Friendship House website. Feel free to contact Friendship House at 360-336-6138.