HEALDSBURG, CA - The Point-in-Time (PIT) count released earlier this week, shows Healdsburg is making strides to reduce homelessness. The PIT Count data is used to track progress towards ending homelessness in Sonoma County, identifying potential gaps in services, and informing future planning for providing homeless services. The annual one-day snapshot, conducted in January of 2023 found a total of 33 individuals experiencing homelessness in Healdsburg, down from 97 individuals in 2022. These results align with broader positive trends in Sonoma County and the Northern Sonoma County that also had reductions in their homeless populations. Much of the progress can be attributed to the opening of the L&M Village, a transitional housing facility for individuals experiencing homelessness. The City facility is operated by Reach for Home and includes a broad array of supportive services and assistance aimed at moving participants toward permanent housing solutions. The L&M Village was funded through the State of California’s Project Homekey program and with funding from the Sonoma County Community Development Commission. Since the opening of the L&M Village in October of 2022, over 25 individuals have engaged in the program. Among them, 10 participants have successfully transitioned into permanent housing or have become housing-ready. “The L&M Village's role has been pivotal in assisting with the effort to address homelessness not only in Healdsburg, but all of North County,” said Housing Director Stephen Sotomayor. “We have more work to do, but the PIT count makes it clear that we are making progress and heading in the right direction.” Recognizing that homelessness is a regional challenge, the City of Healdsburg is grateful for the ongoing partnerships and support provided by Reach for Home, the County of Sonoma and the State of California. To view the County of Sonoma 2023 Point-in-Time results, click here. ###
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