Our Stories
Soto Named Medical Director for LCS Northwest
Each year, we partner with thousands of Northwesterners as they make their journeys through trauma, addiction and mental health challenges. For many, medication therapy is part of their treatment plan to regain health, hope and happiness. Meet Dr. Alfredo Soto, the...
5 Questions: Denny McGaughy
Question 1: You've been a leader in our agency since 1990. What does it mean to you that LCS Northwest is hitting the century milestone? Denny: It’s with great pride that we’ve hit this milestone. It means the agency has repeatedly done things right. We’ve...
Remembering Terri Austin-Randolph
Longtime LCS Northwest supporter and advocate Terri Austin-Randolph of Silverdale, WA passed away recently. "Terri was an angel living on earth,” said LCS Northwest President and CEO David Duea. “Terri loved the ministry and mission of LCS. You will not come across a...
LCS Northwest and Compass Finalize Affiliation Agreement
Two legacies joining forces to address growing needs in Pacific Northwest Seattle, WA—Jan. 4, 2021 – Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCS Northwest) and Compass Housing Alliance (Compass) have signed a definitive agreement for Compass to become an affiliate of...
Jay Kang Leads North Puget Sound
From pastor to nonprofit leader, Jay Kang recently started his newest role as our North Puget Sound (NPS) District Director. He’s “super excited and hopeful” about this opportunity. After serving as the Deputy Director for the Tacoma-based Korean Women’s Association...
New Senior Hub in Tacoma Opening Soon
Senior District Director Trudy Sorensen is excited about our new Senior Hub that is about to open in Tacoma. The hub will serve as the primary office for the South Puget Sound (SPS) District. “It’s a great space that meets our needs and a very different layout than...
Creating Artistic Expression for People with Dementia
Art can help people living with dementia express their thoughts, memories and emotions. With that in mind, LCS Northwest has begun offering an art program for people living with dementia in Pierce County. Opening Minds through Art (OMA) is an award-winning,...
