The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has approved $7.5 million to the City of Phoenix Office of Homeless Solutions (OHS) to provide emergency shelter, temporary transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing to individuals experiencing homelessness.
Senior Bridge received $6 million to support seniors ages 55 or older who make zero to 30% of the Area Median Income (AMI), for the development and operation of temporary transitional housing and permanent supportive housing. The site will include 40 non-congregate shelter/transitional housing units with bathrooms, as well as 65 affordable apartments with bathrooms and kitchenettes. The funding ensures that the shelter units are ADA accessible.
The remaining $1.5 million will support Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) to provide 24/7 emergency shelter and essential services 365 days a year, including holidays, for individuals experiencing homelessness. The funding ensures that clients who stayed in the emergency shelter or had a designated bed the night before will have access to the facility the following day.
“Investing in housing and shelter for those experiencing homelessness, especially our seniors, is a compassionate investment in the stability and quality of life of our community members,” Supervisor Steve Gallardo said. “Everyone deserves the security and dignity of a safe and affordable place to live in Maricopa County.”
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