On January 10, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved $3 million in funding to invest in transitional housing specifically created for veterans and their families experiencing homelessness.
Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Chairman Jack Sellers (District 1) said, “After our nation's veterans have bravely served their country, they often leave the military only to face hardships such as not being able to afford housing.'' It's unfortunate that there are so many.” With options, we can help these selfless men and women more easily transition back into civilian life and provide stability for their families. ”
This funding is part of the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) budget allocated to Maricopa County and will help pay for construction costs associated with this transitional housing development. The community will feature 50 units of non-multifamily or private transitional housing in Glendale. Maricopa County is one of several funders for this project. The city of Glendale and the state of Arizona also contributed.
“We are proud to bring these additional resources to District 4, which is home to Luke Air Force Base and has a large veteran population,” said Maricopa County Supervisor Clint Hickman. “Maricopa County is a leader in supporting the care of our veterans who have made countless sacrifices to protect our great country.”
Our transitional housing development provides comprehensive on-site services with close case management focused on self-sufficiency and housing stability. Each veteran will receive customized services specific to their physical and mental health, employee engagement, benefits, or substance use needs, as applicable. Veterans can remain with the unit as they continue to progress through the program and transition to permanent housing.
Each unit has a bed, small kitchen and bathroom. Every detail of the home is designed with the needs of veterans in mind, including the placement of doors and windows to provide peace of mind for those affected by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The size of the house is 240 square feet for an individual and 340 square feet for a family. The estimated completion date of the project is May 31, 2026.
In 2023, Maricopa County will serve more than 41,000 people experiencing homelessness through strategies such as street assistance and navigation, heat cooperation with cities and nonprofits, and shelter services. did. To learn more about Maricopa County's past investments in homeless services, visit Maricopa.gov/HS.
About Maricopa County Human Services
The Maricopa County Human Services Department (HSD) promotes the well-being of county residents in the face of adversity through a variety of programs and services that build community resiliency and help people and families thrive. These opportunities include early childhood education, housing, homeownership, independent living services for seniors and adults with disabilities, career development for job seekers with barriers to employment, crisis rentals, utility assistance, and people experiencing homelessness. This includes support for people. HSD is committed to providing innovative, equitable, inclusive, and comprehensive services in a collaborative approach that upholds dignity, promotes respect, and promotes social and economic mobility. To learn more about financial, educational and support resources available to Maricopa County residents, visit Maricopa.gov/HSD.
