The County of San Luis Obispo is hosting a community information session in downtown San Luis Obispo on August 30th about a pivotal piece of the Bob Jones Bike Trail Encampment Resolution Project, also called Welcome Home Village.
This new transformative housing program coming to South Higuera Street and Prado Road in San Luis Obispo is possible thanks to a $13.4 million grant aimed at helping those experiencing homelessness find permanent housing. The program mirrors other successful programs in neighboring communities like Santa Maria and Santa Barbara as well as elsewhere in the state. The focus of the San Luis Obispo “Welcome Home Village” is to provide supportive housing and wrap-around individualized case plans for people currently living in open space along the Bob Jones Bike Trail in San Luis Obispo. The success rate of similar programs is phenomenal and provides clients with the support and guidance to receive the services they need to transition into stable housing.
“We need compassion with order to address homelessness in our community.” said County of San Luis Obispo Supervisor Dawn Ortiz-Legg. “The Welcome Home Village project underscores the County’s commitment to a structured solution for our community members in need. We know community members have questions, and rightly so. This information session is aimed at answering their questions and offering a full understanding of the Welcome Home Village, its operations, and how this program will balance the needs of not only the people it serves but improve the quality of life for surrounding neighborhoods in the area.”
Event Details: Community Information Session on Welcome Home Village
Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Katcho Achadjian Government Center, Board Chambers
1055 Monterey Street in San Luis Obispo
The Community Information Session will include a presentation about the project. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions of the representatives from the County of San Luis Obispo, the City of San Luis Obispo as well as Good Samaritan Shelter and Dignity Moves, the agencies that will be building and managing the village.
Supportive housing is an essential part of the County’s and City’s plans to reduce homelessness. The Welcome Home Village is the first of many supportive housing communities planned throughout San Luis Obispo County. The site aims to establish a non-congregate housing facility equipped with security and on-site wraparound services. It will be strategically situated adjacent to the County’s Department of Social Services headquarters, fostering accessibility to essential resources and services.
With a plan to offer 80 beds, including 34 interim and 46 permanent supportive housing units, the Welcome Home Village aims to create a nurturing environment for individuals seeking stability and a return to self-sufficiency.
To bring this vision to life, the County is proud to collaborate with DignityMoves, a reputable partner known for its commitment to community development and transformation. Managing the supportive housing and resident services is Good Samaritan Shelter, a dedicated non-profit organization with a proven track record of overseeing programs like this one.
The Welcome Home Village will have security measures, mandatory case management, and tailored service plans for its residents, ensuring that individuals receive the personalized support necessary for their unique journey toward recovery. Together, with the County’s strategic focus and the City’s support, the Welcome Home Village aims to foster a sense of belonging, empowerment, and hope for a brighter future.
Community members can submit questions ahead of time and learn more about the Village at www.slocounty.gov/welcomehomevillage.
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