The Issue
Amrita-Seattle's Health n' Wellness Program supports unsheltered and at-risk young people living in SHARE/WHEEL Tent Cities, Tiny Cabin villages, ROOTS Shelter, and TeenFeed with the supplies that daily homelessness strips away — the means to stay warm, clean, and cared for. Sleeping outside means facing harsh weather with no way to get dry, going without reliable food, and losing access to the most basic hygiene. Through this program, we deliver Bags of Care — warmth, hygiene, dental, and menstrual-health kits — that meet those needs and, in meeting them, restore a measure of dignity and hope.
Access to basic health and hygiene items is more than just about survival—it is about restoring confidence, dignity, and well-being. By partnering with community organizations, Amrita-Seattle ensures that every young person we serve feels seen, cared for, and supported on their journey toward stability.
Why It Matters
Our Approach
Amrita-Seattle's Health & Wellness Program meets young people where they already are. Rather than asking those in crisis to find their way to a service, our volunteers bring warmth, hygiene, and protection directly to the encampments and shelters — SHARE/WHEEL Tent Cities, the Tiny Cabin villages, ROOTS Shelter, and TeenFeed — during the coldest months, November through February, when exposure to the elements is most dangerous. There is no ID to show, no form to fill out, no line to wait in. Supplies are handed out alongside a meal, by volunteers who are there every week. That consistency matters as much as the supplies themselves: showing up, without fail, is how trust is built with young people who have learned not to trust institutions.
Through our Health and Wellness Program, Amrita-Seattle provides essential protection—offering unsheltered youth not just warmth, but dignity, hope, and the chance to make it through the winter.
What We Provide
Menstrual Health Kits
period products and education to support menstrual dignity and wellness.
Dental Care Kits
Toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, and other dental items to promote healthy smiles.
Hygiene Kits
Soap, shampoo, deodorant, and other daily essentials.
Bags of Warmth
Socks, gloves, scarves, hats, and hand warmers to help protect against the cold.
