A Story from Year One A client had been coming in for weeks, mentioning pain he couldn’t shake. Staff encouraged him to be seen by our medical team. A Unity Care NW provider examined him and sent him to the emergency room. A Community Health Worker went with him to the Emergency Department — and stayed. He was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and entered PeaceHealth’s Whatcom County Hospice House. He sent back a message of gratitude to staff at The Way Station that in his final days, he had three meals a day, a warm dry bed to rest in, and people who knew his name.
What’s Next The Way Station is on track to exceed its year- one numbers in year two. As Whatcom County continues to face a growing housing crisis, the demand for integrated services — hygiene, health care services, and housing support under one roof — only increases. This fall, The Way Station received the Peacebuilder Award from the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center, recognizing the collaborative spirit that made it possible. It is a fitting tribute to the years of trust-building, shared purpose, and sustained commitment from Unity Care NW, Opportunity Council, PeaceHealth, and Whatcom County Health and Community Services. We are grateful for every partner, neighbor, donor, and community member who helped make The Way Station a reality. Because of you, the doors stay open to provide health, hope, and dignity — for everyone.
Watch: The Way Station’s First Year Watch a video tour of The Way Station, meet Health & Hygiene Manager Don Cook, and hear highlights from year one.
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