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The Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC) in Seattle, WA is dedicated to ending long-term homelessness for individuals facing significant challenges such as serious mental illness, chronic health conditions, and substance use disorders. With a focus on comprehensive support services, DESC serves nearly 7,000 individuals annually through a range of programs designed to meet people where they are and provide long-term solutions.
As a leader in innovative approaches to community care, DESC implements initiatives like the Opioid Treatment Network and the upcoming STAR Center, which offers behavioral health-focused shelter. Committed to equity and social justice, DESC also acknowledges its impact on indigenous communities and works to address historical injustices while fostering a supportive environment for its clients. Generated from the website
