City of Phoenix Adds 362 New Transitional Lodging Beds for People Experiencing Homelessness in October
As the City of Phoenix completes the final steps to meet a court-ordered deadline to address the area around the Human Services Campus, it is rapidly creating additional safe spaces for people experiencing homelessness.
In October, the City partnered to open three new temporary, transitional lodging locations, adding 302 new beds in Phoenix. The City is also temporarily expanding capacity at the Washington Relief Shelter, adding an additional 60 beds at that location. These temporary locations are currently serving people in need while the City continues to build permanent solutions, including 790 additional new shelter beds and focusing on creating and preserving affordable housing.
CBI Transitional Lodging Partnership: 140 units
Today,in partnership with Community Bridges INC., the City opened a new facility that will provide 140 units of transitional lodging for people experiencing homelessness. This location will begin welcoming residents today. Photos here.
CASS Transitional Lodging Partnership: 60 units
On October 23, in partnership with Central Arizona Shelter Services, Phoenix opened a 60-room transitional lodging facility, serving people 55 and older. This location will operate until renovations are completed on The Haven, a permanent senior shelter set to open in early 2024. Photos here.
A New Leaf Transitional Lodging Partnership: 102 units
On October 18, in partnership with A New Leaf, Phoenix opened a 102-room transitional lodging facility to serve people experiencing homelessness. Photos here.
Expanding Capacity at the Washington Relief Shelter: 60 beds
This month, the City, in partnership with St. Vincent de Paul and Maricopa County, temporarily expanded capacity at the Washington Relief Shelter adding 60 additional beds.
The stories of the people Phoenix is helping through its Office of Homeless Solutions are inspiring. Here is just one of their stories.
