Bellingham/Whatcom Project Homeless Connect events have been part of the local plan to end homelessness since 2009.  The event provides one-day, one-stop access to health and human services. They are designed to meet local community needs and priorities in keeping with the following principles:

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Hospitality:  

Homeless neighbors are welcomed guests; respect, comfort, and responsiveness are of the highest priority

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Immediacy: 

Guests receive a same-day response to their prioritized needs

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Community:  

Voluntary civic participation brings neighbors together in one place

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Partnership:  

Public, private and non-profit sectors collaborate

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Excellence:  

Data is collected for subsequent evaluation and performance improvement