King County launches mobile shower unit for the homeless

[TexasTowelie]

Homeless people can use mobile showers in Kent, Renton and Seattle with the launch of a new program.

The mobile shower by Clean the World, a global leader in water, sanitation, hygiene and sustainability, brings health and hygiene to those currently unsheltered in the region, according to a King County Executive’s Office March 24 news release.

The shower unit is available during the month of April from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays in Kent at Titus Pit (aka Pea Patch), 94th Place South and Green River Road. The unit stops from 8 a.m. to noon Mondays at the Old Renton Chamber of Commerce, 300 Rainier Ave. N. It also stops three other days at Seattle locations.

The mobile shower, purchased by the county with American Rescue Plan federal funds, is part of key strategic initiatives laid out last year to support people experiencing homelessness, according to the news release. This program brings clean water, soap and washing facilities that reduces the risk of infection and illness like COVID-19. The program is slated to expand locations throughout the year.

Read more: https://www.seattleweekly.com/news/king-county-launches-mobile-shower-unit-for-the-homeless/

[abqtommy]

1. I went to the link and was pleased to find that soap is included. That's great! nt

[Aristus]

2. Excellent!

This will pay big dividends.

My clinic offers showers and laundry services, and it makes a huge difference in the lives of our patients.

All those trogs out there telling homeless people to "get a job"; well, for the ones who don't already have a job (you'd be astonished how many homeless people hold down a regular job) this will help them get their foot in the door.

[littlemissmartypants]

3. Thanks for sharing this! My first thought was how nice.

My second thought was I hope it's handicapped accessible. Very nice to see it is! Even the kiddos were considered in the planning. ❤

It includes four private stalls with sink, toilet, shower and dressing area, including one ADA compliant stall equipped with a baby changing station.