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A picture of Ahmed and his wife and two children on the couch smiling for the camera.

Ahmed’s story: From danger abroad to a doorway in Washington County

April 30, 2026

After risking his life as a journalist in Iraq, Ahmed rebuilt in Oregon through public housing and earned the chance to buy his home.

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A middle-aged Caucasian woman with blonde hair wearing glasses looking at the camera.

Jackie’s story: Finding home after decades of instability

March 31, 2026

From decades of instability to a place of her own, Jackie is rebuilding her life with community support.

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Amanda poses from the camera in front of the doorway.

Amanda's Story: Street outreach - The frontlines of homeless services

February 27, 2026

Project Homeless Connect’s street outreach team is making an impact in Hillsboro with the help of Metro supportive housing services dollars.

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Elly posing with her Community Cares Award

Elly’s story: First-ever CARES awardee walking side by side with program participants

January 30, 2026

Elly Smith, a Housing Navigator with Open Door HousingWorks, was awarded the Washington County Department of Housing Services’ first-ever “Community CARES” award.

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A shot of Melanie speaking at the Housing Preservation Celebration event

Melanie's story: Building a food bank in her affordable housing community

December 31, 2025

Affordable housing fosters community strength, helping to address food insecurity.

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A picture of Erica sitting on a bench in front of shelter

Erica's story: Former shelter guest becomes shelter staff and peer support group leader

November 28, 2025

Supportive Housing Services helps a community member transition from experiencing homelessness to housing others.

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View of a woman standing in front of her house on the lawn

Maria’s story: Another homeowner thanks to the stability of public housing

October 31, 2025

Public housing program helps another community member transition into independent homeownership.

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Kim’s story: A public servant’s life dedicated to building safer communities

September 30, 2025

Kim Haughn, representing Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, demonstrates first responder and homeless services collaboration.

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Barbara’s story: Turning their rental into a forever home of their own

August 29, 2025

From being a tenant to buying her own home, our public housing program is helping hardworking families achieve the "American Dream."

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Maria’s Story: Entrepreneurship, resilience, and the lasting impact on their chosen family

July 31, 2025

Thanks to shelter services and the rapid rehousing program, Maria went from homeless resident to thriving entrepreneur.

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Housing Services News

Ahmed’s story: From danger abroad to a doorway in Washington County

Jackie’s story: Finding home after decades of instability

Amanda's Story: Street outreach - The frontlines of homeless services

Elly’s story: First-ever CARES awardee walking side by side with program participants

Melanie's story: Building a food bank in her affordable housing community

Erica's story: Former shelter guest becomes shelter staff and peer support group leader

Maria’s story: Another homeowner thanks to the stability of public housing

Kim’s story: A public servant’s life dedicated to building safer communities

Barbara’s story: Turning their rental into a forever home of their own

Maria’s Story: Entrepreneurship, resilience, and the lasting impact on their chosen family

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