DESC is the region’s largest multi-service agency dedicated to ending chronic homelessness. We provide permanent supportive housing combined with health services to address the complex needs of individuals facing serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and physical disabilities. Our holistic approach includes emergency shelter, crisis response, and integrated health care to support long-term stability.
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Celebrating 30 Years of Comprehensive Care with DESC’s SAGE Team
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Support, Advocacy, Growth and Employment (SAGE) team at DESC, which emphasizes a holistic approach to client care. SAGE integrates therapy, medication management, and peer counseling to address clients’ physical, emotional, medical, social, and spiritua...
DESC’s Gimme Shelter is October 24!
DESC’s annual benefit concert, Gimme Shelter, will be held on October 24 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Georgetown Ballroom in Seattle. The event aims to raise awareness and funds for efforts to end homelessness in the region, featuring local live music and community engagement. The evening will begin ...
Injectable-Only Overlapping Buprenorphine Starting Protocol in a Low-Threshold Setting
DESC has introduced a new injectable-only buprenorphine starting protocol for treating opioid use disorder, focusing on a low-threshold outpatient setting for individuals using fentanyl. A study involving 95 patients with moderate to severe opioid use disorder demonstrated that this protocol yiel...
Equip an apartment at Steven’s Place!
DESC is preparing to welcome 109 clients to Steven’s Place and seeks community assistance to make their transition into permanent homes comfortable. Donations of bedding, kitchen, and bathroom supplies are essential for transforming empty apartments into welcoming environments. Individuals can he...
Statement on Recent Commentary About DESC’s Bloomside
Recent claims regarding DESC’s Bloomside site in Burien have prompted a need for clarification. Bloomside serves 95 individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness, often facing significant health challenges. DESC prioritizes tenants from Burien’s homeless population and collaborates with l...