The Family Shelter

Is your family facing homelessness in Snohomish County, WA?

Call our Shelter Intake & Resources line: 425-200-5121

Leave a message that includes your name, family size, and contact information (phone & email)

All are welcome

We offer families non-discriminatory low-barrier access to shelter and resources, regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, or faith affiliation.

The Family Shelter is our main emergency shelter located in downtown Everett.

It can accommodate up to 11 families with children at any time.

Clients receive about 90 days of shelter and basic needs resources, including meals, showers, personal hygiene kits, and laundry services.

They also work with a Case Manager, who helps them develop a customized solution to overcome homelessness and achieve permanent stable housing.

We offer many other resources at the Family Shelter, including:

service providers and referrals to mental health and substance use counseling
Children’s Program and Learning Hour to help children keep up with schoolwork
healthy living and positive family dynamics resources
employment guidance and connections to WorkSource and local resume workshop resources
budget and financial planning help

Photo: Luna Azevedo

Submit an online Shelter Intake form

Other Community Resources

North Sound 2-1-1 Need emergency housing? Call 2-1-1 for emergency housing and related services in Snohomish, Skagit, San Juan, Island, and Whatcom Counties. This regional call center can provide immediate assistance and connect you with a housing navigator (or call 800-584-3578 between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on weekdays – after-hours messages are managed the next business day).
Cocoon House Are you a teenager (13 – 17 years) who needs help? Cocoon House is the only organization in Snohomish County that focuses specifically on helping homeless and at-risk teens. Whether you need someplace to stay or a ride to a safe place, call (425)-877-5171.
Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County If you, or someone you know, is a victim of domestic violence, please call the DVS 24-hour crisis hotline (425)-25-ABUSE (i.e., 425-252-2873). Free and confidential services include emergency shelter, legal assistance, support groups and domestic violence education.
Emergency Housing Guide for seniors and their families navigating homelessness, including: