Santa Clara County has successfully connected 17,485 individuals to permanent housing by 2024 and is on track to surpass 20,000 by 2025. Challenges remain in preventing homelessness, despite significant increases in housing support and shelter capacity. The county added 1,240 shelter spaces, raising total capacity to 3,122. The expanded Homelessness Prevention System now assists over 2,500 households annually. Political commitment and well-structured systems are crucial in addressing homelessness and preventing further inflow into the homeless community.
As of 2024, Santa Clara County has connected 17,485 homeless individuals to permanent housing, aiming to exceed the goal of housing 20,000 by the end of 2025.
Deputy Executive Consuelo Hernandez emphasized the importance of political will, stating that uniting efforts for shelter and housing is critical to preventing homelessness.
Over five years, the county has added 1,240 shelter spaces, increasing capacity to 3,122, with expectations to reach 3,858 by fiscal year 2025-26.
The Homelessness Prevention System was expanded by 65%, now serving more than 2,500 households annually, addressing ongoing challenges in preventing homelessness.
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