☀️Es posible que este fin de semana del Día de la Madre tengamos temperaturas significativamente más cálidas. Nunca es demasiado pronto para prepararse a sí mismo y a su hogar para el verano. bit.ly/44EwC8n

Considere conseguir artículos esenciales para el verano, como ventiladores/aires acondicionados, cortinas que bloquean el sol, bloqueador. Planifique para poblaciones vulnerables como: mascotas, adultos mayores, niños y personas con enfermedades: bit.ly/44EwC8n

As we heat up, consider getting summer essentials like fans/air conditioners, sun-blocking curtains, sunscreen. Plan for vulnerable populations like pets, older adults, kids and those with medical conditions: bit.ly/44EwC8n

🌞We may be in for significantly warmer temperatures this Mother’s Day weekend. It’s never too early to prepare yourself and your home for summer: bit.ly/44EwC8n

🌞It’s possible we may experience temps as high as the 90’s today, Friday, May 10. Our bodies take time to adjust to heat and may not be acclimated so early in the season. Heat illness can happen to anyone. Watch out for symptoms in ourselves and other: multco.us/hot

Today, the Portland State Homelessness Research & Action Collaborative hosted an all-day Homelessness and Housing Insecurity Symposium where JOHS presented on the Alternative Shelter Evaluation Report, and the Class, Compensation, Benefits Study.

Applications due tomorrow!
We’re seeking passionate individuals with dedication to support shaping programs that uplift the lives of those experiencing homelessness in Multnomah County.
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If you would like to apply over the phone, please call (971) 442-0167.

It’s #PublicServiceRecognitionWeek ! We’d like to take this moment to thank every person who is working tirelessly to solve homelessness every day. Your passion, dedication, and commitment to building a better future inspire us all. 🏠 #PSRW #HomelessnessIsSolvable

🧵PLEASE SHARE: Today, May 7, 2024 marks the third annual #NationalFentanylAwarenessDay . The observance was founded by parents who have lost loved ones to the drug overdose crisis. #fentanyl .

Here is our Mobile Shower & Health Services schedule for this week! Showers, clothing, and hygiene products will be available from 11 am-2 pm. Location details in next tweet. Thank you to PDX/MultCo Joint Office of Homeless Services for the funding to make these programs possible!

🏠 #HomelessnessIsSolvable ! We believe in the power of collective action to end homelessness for good. Together, we can provide housing, support, & opportunity. Let's build a future where everyone has a safe place to call home.
#BuiltforZero Community Solutions

PHB has released a new Metro Bond Opportunity 'Last Gap' Solicitation, inviting proposals from developers with affordable multifamily projects in pre-development that can help meet our goals for the Metro Housing Bond. Learn more: portland.gov/phb/events/202…

Here is our Mobile Shower & Health Services schedule for this week! Showers, clothing, and hygiene products will be available from 11 am-2 pm. Location details in next tweet. Thank you to PDX/MultCo Joint Office of Homeless Services for the funding to make these programs possible!

In a step toward addressing longstanding workforce issues in the homeless services sector, the Joint Office of Homeless Services recently distributed grants to support 3,520 workers in the housing and homelessness services system.
More info: multco.us/multnomah-coun…

Support is crucial to the healing journey of survivors of sexual violence.
Listen to our podcast (part one of two) featuring our Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault support system.
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Call to Safety 503.235.5333 is a 24-hour staffed crisis line in #Portland

The Multnomah County, OR commission voted yesterday to submit Chair Vega-Pederson's proposed FY25 budget: increased permanent supportive housing units, expansion of shelter options for a comprehensive homelessness response system.
Video of the submission vote: youtube.com/watch?v=M_M16j…

Happening in one hour!

Info session for anyone who thinks they might be interested in applying for one of our advisory bodies.
Have lived experience? Perspectives and ideas on how to address homelessness in our community?

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In a presentation to the Board this week, Multnomah County auditors shared the results of their audit, which found that Joint Office housing placement data is 96% accurate.
The Audit Director said those were 'excellent results'.
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Powellhurst Place is now open in outer SE Portland - the 4th Metro Housing Bond project to open in Portland, with 64 affordable units, including 12 units of Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) for people experiencing homelessness.
More info:
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ICYMI! The Hazel Ying Lee Aparments will be opening with 206 new affordable apartments next month, and they are now leasing! See below for link.