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Lester Paul's Place: Preventing Discharge into Homelessness

August 29, 2024 | Posted in Our Stories

In August 2023, Wyandot Behavioral Health Network (BHN) took a significant step in reducing the number of individuals discharged into homelessness from state psychiatric hospitals. Recognizing the urgent need for transitional support, Wyandot BHN launched Lester Paul’s Place, a 24/7 transitional housing program designed to prevent individuals from being discharged into homelessness.

HUD Awards Kim Wilson Housing $1.5 Million for Housing Programs

April 3, 2023 | Posted in Our Stories

Kim Wilson Housing recently received $1.5 million from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support housing programs in Wyandotte County. Rachel Erpelding, Executive Director for Kim Wilson Housing, says these funds will have a significant impact in Wyandotte County.

Inclement Weather Service Update - Thursday, December 22nd

December 21, 2022 | Posted in In the News

Due to the forecast for Thursday, December 22nd, Wyandot BHN will delay opening outpatient and administrative offices until noon. Morning appointments for psychiatry, therapy, case management, etc. will be moved to telehealth. RSI and all 24/7 services will remain open. Crisis services for children and adults will also be available.

If you need to reschedule an appointment, please call (913) 328-4600. If you need immediate help, call our 24/7 Crisis Line: 913-788-4200.

Homeless Outreach: Meeting People Where They Are

July 18, 2022 | Posted in Our Stories

“We just start with small talk. I try not to dive into the big questions right away.”

That’s the approach Delesia Hill uses when she interacts with individuals who are homeless. Hill is a case manager on the Homeless Outreach Team at Kim Wilson Housing. The team works alongside Cross-Lines Community Outreach and the Kansas City Kansas Police Department to help individuals experiencing homelessness.

Teaming Up to Better Understand Homelessness in Wyandotte County

March 14, 2022 | Posted in Our Stories

“So many people are one paycheck away from homelessness. COVID-19 has increased that.”

That trend has come to light during the past two Point-in-Time Count surveys, according to Tracy Lockett, Homeless Outreach Supervisor at Kim Wilson Housing.

Community Partner Spotlight: Giving the Basics

October 14, 2021 | Posted in Our Stories

For the past decade, Giving the Basics has worked alongside hundreds of Kansas City area organizations and schools to supply the basic necessities for a clean and healthy life. That list of partner agencies includes Kim Wilson Housing and Frank Williams Outreach Center.

A Second Chance and a Fresh Start

October 1, 2021 | Posted in Our Stories

Kim Wilson Housing’s newest congregate housing site, Kim’s Place, is making a difference for individuals seeking affordable housing. For Teresa*, Kim’s Place was the difference between safety and homelessness.

New Year, New Adventure: Kim Wilson Housing Opens Kim’s Place

April 19, 2021 | Posted in Our Stories

2021 is off to an exciting start for the team at Kim Wilson Housing as they begin moving residents into Kim’s Place, their new congregate housing site.

Supportive Housing: Meeting People Where They Are

July 13, 2020 | Posted in In the News

Tucked inside a modest brick building, a small team has been working for years to help individuals in Wyandotte County who have a history of being chronically homeless. The goal of Beacon Homes, a permanent supportive housing program, is to meet people where they are. The program provides affordable housing, as well as supportive services, to help adults on their journey to independent living.