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Shelter client Tonya Johnson waits for the Satellite Overflow Shelter at Immanuel Lutheran Church to open on Nov. 19. Johnson grew up in Clark County. She attended Battle Ground High School and Clark College and was a special education teacher for more than 20 years. But a series of tragic events left her without a safety net. She's been living on the streets since August.

Satellite Overflow Shelter program helps Clark County homeless

Shelter client Tonya Johnson waits for the Satellite Overflow Shelter at Immanuel Lutheran Church to open on Nov. 19. Johnson grew up in Clark County. She attended Battle Ground High School and Clark College and was a special education teacher for more than 20 years. But a series of tragic events left her without a safety net. She's been living on the streets since August.

November 30, 2021, 6:01am Clark County Health Subscriber Exclusive

On a recent Friday night, a group of some 10 people experiencing homelessness huddled outside Immanuel Lutheran Church, waiting for someone to open the doors. It was drizzling, with temperatures dipping into the 30s. Read story

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Homeless camp structure burns in Hazel Dell; no injuries

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November 22, 2021, 6:41pm Clark County News

A structure at a homeless camp in the trees between northeast Hazel Dell and Interstate 5 burned down Monday afternoon, according to Clark County Fire District 6. Read story

One of the most sought-out agencies to offer its services at River City Church on Nov. 14 was the Humane Society for Southwest Washington.

Central Vancouver church committed to community

One of the most sought-out agencies to offer its services at River City Church on Nov. 14 was the Humane Society for Southwest Washington.

November 21, 2021, 6:04am Churches & Religion

The Rev. Ryan Sidhom dislikes the idea of a church looking better and better while the neighborhood around it looks worse and worse, he said. Read story

A homeless encampment is pictured in northeast Vancouver in May.

Vancouver City Council hears homeless campsite options

A homeless encampment is pictured in northeast Vancouver in May.

November 6, 2021, 5:16pm Clark County News

Vancouver is considering a variety of options at a wide range of costs as it plans for future supported campsites for people experiencing homelessness. Read story

Kate Budd

Kate Budd, who guided growth at Council for the Homeless, leaving nonprofit

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October 30, 2021, 6:02am Clark County News

The Council for the Homeless’ executive director announced Wednesday she intends on leaving the nonprofit after aiding in its expansive reach to people experiencing houselessness within Clark County. Read story

Sleeping areas are separated by shower curtains for sanitary purposes at the Winter Hospitality Overflows's emergency shelters in 2020. They also require guests to wear masks at all times unless they are eating or sleeping.

Winter Hospitality Overflow provides shelter, food to homeless in Clark County

Sleeping areas are separated by shower curtains for sanitary purposes at the Winter Hospitality Overflows's emergency shelters in 2020. They also require guests to wear masks at all times unless they are eating or sleeping.

October 27, 2021, 6:01am Churches & Religion Subscriber Exclusive

John Leinenbach, 55, has been homeless for about 10 years. Read story

A homeless encampment is pictured in northeast Vancouver. The city is taking steps toward establishing "supportive campsites" providing sanitation and other services.

Vancouver taps Outsiders Inn to run homeless campsites

A homeless encampment is pictured in northeast Vancouver. The city is taking steps toward establishing "supportive campsites" providing sanitation and other services.

September 29, 2021, 8:00pm Clark County News

The Vancouver City Council unanimously voted Monday to contract with Outsiders Inn, a Vancouver-based nonprofit, to operate campsites for homeless people. Read story

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One man wounded in stabbing at Vancouver homeless camp

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September 26, 2021, 11:46am Clark County News

A 26-year-old man was arrested Sunday after an altercation at a homeless camp in Vancouver escalated into a stabbing, according to the Vancouver Police Department. Read story

Officer Brian Ruder hauls away a load of debris left by houseless people along the Columbia River in 2015. The Vancouver City Council passed an ordinance Monday night allowing camping during the day for nighttime-working houseless people, and also to begin the process of selecting "supportive campsites" around the city.

Vancouver City Council OKs day camping for homeless who work nights

Officer Brian Ruder hauls away a load of debris left by houseless people along the Columbia River in 2015. The Vancouver City Council passed an ordinance Monday night allowing camping during the day for nighttime-working houseless people, and also to begin the process of selecting "supportive campsites" around the city.

September 22, 2021, 6:00am Clark County News

The Vancouver City Council passed an ordinance Monday night allowing camping during the day for nighttime-working houseless people and to begin the process of selecting “supportive campsites” around the city that will offer sanitation and other services. Read story

On Tuesday, the Washington State Department of Commerce announced a $5.1 million grant given to the Vancouver Housing Authority to cover the cost of purchasing Bertha's Place, a former hotel near Vancouver Mall that will become a homeless shelter.

Bertha’s Place, central Vancouver homeless shelter, gets $5.1 million grant

On Tuesday, the Washington State Department of Commerce announced a $5.1 million grant given to the Vancouver Housing Authority to cover the cost of purchasing Bertha's Place, a former hotel near Vancouver Mall that will become a homeless shelter.

September 13, 2021, 6:05am Business Subscriber Exclusive

On Tuesday, the Washington State Department of Commerce announced a $5.1 million grant to the Vancouver Housing Authority to cover the cost of purchasing Bertha’s Place, a hotel that will become a homeless shelter. Read story