from a hospital room to a home of their own

Jane and her family know what it means to work hard and persevere. They immigrated to the United States over ten years ago, chasing the promise of a better future, even when life threw challenges their way. They found stability and a fresh start in the Tri-Cities. Life was good. Jane’s family was thriving, building community, and living their version of the American Dream. 

Then everything changed. 

Jane’s daughter started experiencing serious health issues, and doctors said she needed a bone marrow transplant. The best care was in Seattle. So, without hesitation, Jane packed up her young children and moved across the state so her daughter could get the life-saving treatment she needed at Seattle Children’s Hospital. 

They left behind their home, stability, and community. What was supposed to be a short medical trip became a months-long ordeal. The longer they were away, the harder it became to keep up with rent back home. Eventually, Jane was evicted from their apartment in the Tri-Cities. She suddenly found herself in a new city with no home, no support system, no income, and a very sick child. 

Thankfully, Seattle Children’s helped the family with a temporary stay at the Ronald McDonald House. That’s when they were introduced to the Mary’s Place outreach team. 

Knowing her daughter’s treatment was almost complete and their temporary stay at the Ronald McDonald House would soon end, our outreach team hit the ground running. Mary’s Place Outreach Coordinator, Keianna, checked in with Jane several times a week to talk through her employment options, income plans, and potential shelter needs. She looped in our intake team, health services staff, and Jane’s hospital social worker to ensure the family had a strong support network.

But then—some good news! Jane qualified for affordable housing! The only thing standing in the way of moving in was the rental debt from their apartment in the Tri-Cities. However, thanks to the support of our donors, Mary’s Place was able to pay off that debt and open the door to a brand-new home for the family.

Today, Jane and her daughter are safe, stable, and settling into their new life. They’ve come so far—and they’re finally home.