Making Homelessness History in Colorado

Homelessness & COVID-19 Spotlight: Denver Metro Area The Metro Denver Jan. 2021 PIT shows a 22% increase in shelter since Jan. 2020 (5,530 from 4,543). Family sheltered homelessness increased by 10% Individual sheltered homelessness increased by 27% 18% of the sheltered population (1,035 of the 5,530) were chronically homeless, while there was a doubling of the number of people experiencing homelessness for the first time. Veteran sheltered homelessness decreased by 10%. There has been a focused effort on reducing Veteran homelessness through the Built for Zero initiative. People experiencing homelessness have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic.

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