EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 27 MIN
Lydia Place
from The ESP: Student Caught Stories · host EICStoryProjects
This episode is in collaboration with WWU students: Alyssa Fabie, Daniela Hernandez and Ixchel KissmanMore than a temporary stop, at the heart of Bellingham, Lydia Place creates hope and belonging for many families in our community. On what seemed like a gloomy day, we experienced the warmth and joy that Lydia Place brings to the families who walk through its doors. Lydia Place was founded in 1989 by a group of women leaders, now referred to as the“founding mothers.” After witnessing women and children experiencing homelessness and the trauma tied to it, they recognized a need within the community and decided to act.Learn more at eicstoryprojects.orgAnd visit Lydia Place at lydiaplace.org
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This episode is in collaboration with WWU students: Alyssa Fabie, Daniela Hernandez and Ixchel KissmanMore than a temporary stop, at the heart of Bellingham, Lydia Place creates hope and belonging for many families in our community. On what seemed like a gloomy day, we experienced the warmth and joy that Lydia Place brings to the families who walk through its doors. Lydia Place was founded in 1989 by a group of women leaders, now referred to as the“founding mothers.” After witnessing women and children experiencing homelessness and the trauma tied to it, they recognized a need within the community and decided to act.Learn more at eicstoryprojects.orgAnd visit Lydia Place at lydiaplace.org
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