Lydia Place

Drive around the streets of downtown Bellingham today and you’re likely to see at least one person who’s homeless. The population in Whatcom County who find themselves without a stable shelter has significantly changed over the last 30 years. Lydia Place, a local non-profit, has made significant strides towards addressing the issue of homelessness in our community. In this episode, host Keith Mader speaks with Ashley Thomason, Housing Program Supervisor for Lydia Place, about the current state of homelessness, how it’s changed, and what the present challenges are.