Catholic Charities Eastern Washington is aware of the complaint.

 

Our agency is disappointed that Urbanna Natural Spa, Salon and Wine feels the poor and vulnerable are a nuisance. This orchestrated legal filing contains several misleading, inaccurate and baseless allegations. We look forward to the opportunity to set the record straight as we rigorously defend all aspects of this claim and as we explore our other legal options.

 

CCEW is proud of its long-standing record of serving our neighbors in need. We know that our apartments and wrap-around services are a true blessing for the low-income men, women, and children who have a safe and supportive place to sleep each night. Rather than being a nuisance, our properties are a life raft for people to escape homelessness.

 

Catholic Charities believes each person deserves the dignity of a home. This litigation does not affect our ongoing commitment to do the hard work many others are either unable or unwilling to do.

 

Most important, our work is a living mission that comes directly from Scripture – to Feed the Hungry, Heal the Hurting and Welcome the Stranger.

 

Catholic Charities’ CEO and President Rob McCann commented, “The facts and Jesus are on our side. Catholic Charities Eastern Washington will not waver from this work. Love always wins.”