Rita's House is an innovative transitional housing program for homeless, adult women in recovery from substance abuse. They offer structured, family style living designed to assist women return to independent living as productive members of the community. Residents may stay up to two years and each resident develops a personal success plan tailored to her individual needs. Rita's House staff team consists of a full-time Case Manager, and two Life Skills Coordinators. The team's focus is on creating a safe environment that supports healthy lifestyle changes and nurtures each resident's potential. Resident Eligibility:Single Women18 Year of age and older30-60 days clean and sober from drugs/alcoholEnrolled in an Out Patient Treatment Program.

Mission Statement: Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and the Gospel imperative, Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services are outreaches of the Catholic Church in Western Washington, under the leadership of the Archbishop of Seattle and the Boards of Trustees. CCS and CHS answer the Gospel call to loving and compassionate service with particular concern for the sanctity of human life from conception to natural death and the dignity of the human person. Our employees and volunteers come from many faith traditions to serve and support poor and vulnerable people through the provision of quality, integrated services and housing. Our focus is on those individuals, children, families, and communities struggling with poverty and the effects of intolerance and racism. We actively join with others to work for justice.