Rahma Recovery Center

03/17/2026

Alhamdulillah, I’m deeply humbled and grateful to see the story of the House of Duʿā being highlighted by our local media. To have outlets like the Seattle Times and Federal Way Mirror recognize this work is not just an honor—it’s a powerful affirmation of how needed culturally responsive recovery spaces are in our communities.
This residence was built with faith, dignity, and healing at its core, and it represents hope for so many women who deserve a safe and supportive path to recovery. I’m incredibly encouraged that this story is reaching a wider audience across our state, and I pray it opens doors for greater understanding, support, and investment from community leaders and policymakers alike.
Thank you to everyone who has stood with us, believed in this vision, and continues to support this mission. We’re just getting started, insha’Allah

Federal Way has another first to celebrate thanks to recent Mirror Hometown Hero Hussein Ugas, who was featured for his work opening the first culturally responsive sober housing for Muslim and East African men in Washington.

03/17/2026

Alhamdulillah, I’m deeply humbled and grateful to see the story of the House of Duʿā being highlighted by our local media. To have outlets like the Seattle Times and Federal Way Mirror recognize this work is not just an honor—it’s a powerful affirmation of how needed culturally responsive recovery spaces are in our communities.
This residence was built with faith, dignity, and healing at its core, and it represents hope for so many women who deserve a safe and supportive path to recovery. I’m incredibly encouraged that this story is reaching a wider audience across our state, and I pray it opens doors for greater understanding, support, and investment from community leaders and policymakers alike.
Thank you to everyone who has stood with us, believed in this vision, and continues to support this mission. We’re just getting started, insha’Allah

Providing treatment with cultural understanding can encourage people to seek help who might otherwise feel isolated or misunderstood in traditional settings.

03/16/2026

Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities are now available for the WAQRR Annual Leadership Summit

The WAQRR Annual Leadership Summit is happening June 7–8, 2026 at the Kitsap Conference Center in Bremerton, and we are currently welcoming partners interested in exhibiting or sponsoring the event.

This is a great opportunity to connect with recovery housing operators, peer leaders, and behavioral health professionals from across Washington State while supporting an event focused on strengthening recovery housing.

There are a variety of ways to get involved as a sponsor or exhibitor.

To learn more, visit waqrr.org/leadership-summit

03/03/2026

My heart is full with gratitude after the grand opening and community iftar at House of Duʿā. What we witnessed was more than an event—it was love, unity, and faith in action. A true reminder of what’s possible when a community comes together sincerely for the sake of Allah ﷻ.
Deep thanks to my backbone in this journey, Living Well Kent, and to Shamso Issak and her incredible team for believing in this vision and organizing such a beautiful iftar. Heartfelt appreciation as well to our Board President and a powerful supporter and an ally, MAAC's executive director Rahma Rashid my friend and constant cheerleader Blair Gibson from Washington Alliance for Quality Recovery Residences, WAQRR . and to our community partners including Somali Health Board and Hope for standing in solidarity.
To my family, neighbors, my brothesr Ali A Abdulla, Abdirahman Ojay, and everyone who showed up—thank you for filling the space with warmth and barakah. Special thanks to Ustad Ahmed for the beautiful Qur’an recitation, and to my sisters Ubah Farah, Safiya, and Mary Williams for bravely sharing their recovery journeys. Your courage is the reason House of Duʿā exists.
To the reporters from Federal Way Mirror, Keelin Everly-Lang, and the Seattle Times's Jayati, I am grateful for your coverage.
To all who donated, supported the auction, or purchased recovery merch—your generosity is helping build a dignified, compassionate space for healing and second chances. Above all, all praise is due to Allah ﷻ. Please keep House of Duʿā and those it will serve in your prayers.
Jazakum Allahu khayran 🤲🏽✨

02/21/2026

🌙 You’re Invited: Community Ramadan Iftar & Grand Opening CelebrationJoin Rahma Recovery Center for our Annual Ramadan Iftar, as we come together as a community to celebrate a historic milestone:The Grand Opening of House of Du‘a✨ Washington State’s first faith-centered recovery home ...

02/20/2026

🎙️ New Episode of King County Recovery Conversations!
This week, join host Brad Finegood as he sits down with Hussein Ugas, founder of Rahma Recovery Center, for a powerful discussion about breaking stigma and fostering healing in the Somali community. Discover how lived experience, compassion, and culturally responsive recovery housing are transforming lives, inspiring families, and empowering leaders. From candid stories about overcoming addiction to innovative projects like sober living homes and Narcan trainings at farmers markets, this episode is a testament to the strength found in community—and in repurposing pain into purpose. Plus, hear about Rahma's bold vision for a crisis center and Recovery Café that welcomes all cultures and backgrounds.

Listen now on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transforming-pain-into-purpose-the-story-of-hussein/id1697044420?i=1000750056261
Watch the podcast video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/NHfdOVrLj44

02/20/2026

02/10/2026

Recovery is possible. Healing is real. Hope is alive.
Join us on Saturday, February 14, 6-10pm for Rahma Recovery Center’s first-annual fundraiser dinner and help us continue serving individuals and families affected by addiction—with mercy, dignity, and faith.

MAYF .....125 S 156th St, Burien, WA 98148

11/22/2025

My speech at the King County Behavioral health legislative forum 2025

11/21/2025