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Local providers urge daytime shelters and pet-friendly support for people experiencing homelessness

City of Lacey City Council · March 18, 2026
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Summary

Two local advocates told the council that daytime safe spaces and pet-friendly options can increase treatment engagement and stability for people experiencing homelessness, and asked for city partnership, referral strengthening and small-scale funding.

During public comment at the March 17 meeting, two local service providers described service gaps and asked the City of Lacey to partner on solutions for people experiencing homelessness.

Sandra Curry Lewis, a registered nurse and founder of Ground 0 Outreach, described outreach work with people experiencing homelessness and substance use disorder,…

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