Making Homelessness History in Colorado

DOLA COLORADO Department of Local Affairs Division of Housing Office of Homeless Initiatives: The Playbook MAKING HOMELESSNESS HISTORY IN COLORADO THE VISION Our vision is that everyone in Colorado has a safe, stable, and affordable place to live. We can create a future where homelessness is rare and brief when it occurs, and no one gets left behind. Leading Causes Lack of Affordable Housing Health Challenges Systemic Inequities The Need ~10,000 PIT 23,000+ Students 53,000+ Medicaid Outcomes 85% Stay Housed Reduced Costs Proven Solutions Prevention/Diversion Coordinated Efforts Housing-Focused Outreach Low-Barrier Shelter Housing + Services DOLA COLORADO Department of Local Affairs Emergency Room Visits decreased Hospital Days decreased 24%-34% 27%-29% Psych Admissions decreased 82%-87% Medicaid Costs decreased 41%-67% Justice Involvement decreased 42%-45% Stable Housing achieved 79% -93% + ID

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