Help Be Part of The Solution

Since September 2022, many motorhomes around the city have been safely relocated to Safe Parks on the north and south sides of town. The city of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee provides funding making it possible for us to monitor and maintain both sites. Both locations have 24-hour site/security monitoring, security cameras and a no visitor policy. Safe Park Residents must sign a policy agreement to help maintain peace and safety.  Violations are addressed quickly, and some residents are removed if they cannot maintain peace and safety. Safe Park residents have access to portable restrooms and running water at their sites as well as access to all mission services or programs.

Every person we meet has a different story.  Each person needs a place to stop safely and work on challenges like sobriety, health issues, employment and permanent housing.  Case management is tracking each person to encourage the steps needed to move forward. This is one of many examples of Help, Hope and Opportunity making change in individuals who are ready to move on in a healthy, intentional way.

Although the exact definition of “low barrier” varies greatly depending on whom you ask, it essentially means that the requirements for entry are limited or minimal. With a focus on “harm reduction,” low-barrier shelters encourage homeless individuals to seek resources by eliminating those obstacles.

The overall goal is to get as many people off the streets as possible. We open our doors and hold our arms out, and everyone is welcome to come in to experience a genuine love that only God can bring. We’ve tried to remove every reason that might keep someone from coming to the shelter:

But Low Barrier Doesn’t Mean Low Standards.

Although Wenatchee Rescue Mission has eliminated barriers to make the shelter more accessible to those in need, shelter policy prohibits drug possession, alcohol, and weapons in its facilities. Guests are also expected to obey the law and behave respectfully, non-threateningly, and not overly disruptively. No violence is tolerated.

Our goal is to maintain a safe place that promotes growth.

We believe actions speak louder than words. We actively reach people where they are at. Our Outreach Team heads to the streets of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee daily to pray with and help those in need. We want people to see and experience the love of Christ through our acts and words.

If someone chooses shelter now, the team will put them in our vehicle to take them to the mission. We know that sitting behind a desk waiting for people to come to us, does not help those who are shelter-resistant or suffering from mental illness. Our Executive Director, "Scott Johnson" has set the heart position of grace and love and engages directly with individuals who are seeking assistance. He challenges our whole team to make prayer guided steps and outreach a daily priority. 

Wenatchee Rescue Mission has partnered with the cities of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee to provide 43 tiny shelters. These shelters have two beds, and a small desk area outfitted with heating and air. They are designed to house couples, people with pets, and people who cannot live in a communal setting. We are excited about the future of people who come to live in these tiny shelters. Each shelter was outfitted by a volunteer and prayed over regularly.

  Jobs can play a crucial role in the lives of people experiencing homelessness by providing financial stability and a sense of purpose, dignity, and belonging. 

Jobs are not just about earning a paycheck; they represent opportunities for stability, growth, and social connection. By providing access to meaningful employment opportunities, Wenatchee Rescue Mission can help empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve lasting self-sufficiency.