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Shelter Successes - December 2025

Bringing someone from unsheltered homelessness into housing isn't a straightforward process. We want to share some wins from our providers that share the usually hidden victories within the housing process. From documents to jobs--it all matters on the journey to stability.

Updated Blog post


Emergency Overnight Shelters Extend Morning Hours Due to Forecasted Cold Weather

Due to forecasted cold weather, many of the City of Portland's emergency overnight shelters will extend morning operations by several hours until 8AM PDT starting Friday, January 23 through Sunday, January 25.

News article


Mayor Keith Wilson Announces Portland Has Reached more than 1,500 Emergency Overnight Beds, Delivered at Unprecedented Speed

The City of Portland announced that it has reached Mayor Keith Wilson’s goal of creating capacity for 1,500 emergency overnight shelter beds through a strategic blend of stable and flexible sleeping units.

Press release


City of Portland Launches Emergency Overnight Shelter Utilization Rate Dashboard

A new dashboard is being released by the City of Portland to showcase utilization data for the City's emergency overnight shelters.

Press release


City of Portland Launches Emergency Overnight Shelter Participation Data Dashboard

The City Shelter Services team of Portland Solutions has developed a public dashboard showcasing participation totals at emergency overnight shelters.

News article


City to Resume Camping Enforcement in November with Focus on Shelter and Services

Police may issue citations if campers refuse offers of shelter or camps violate other restrictions.

News article


City will open 280 recovery-oriented overnight shelter beds

As winter approaches, Portland is stepping up its shelter capacity, adding shelter for people in recovery. These shelters will bring the total to 1090 beds added since Jan 1, 2025, to serve homeless people in Portland.

Press release


JOIN Dayspace Expands Hours in Partnership with City of Portland

JOIN, a regional nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, is expanding the hours and days of operation for its Dayspace program through a new partnership with the City of Portland.

Press release




Building Trust Through Action: Portland’s Commitment to Neighborhoods Hosting Overnight Shelters

Portland is expanding overnight shelters in 2025 with a strong community engagement plan focused on safety, cleanliness, and neighborhood support. Each site includes proactive City services and clear communication channels to ensure livability for all.

News article


New Police Report Shows Crime Decrease Around Portland’s Overnight Shelters

A new report from the Portland Police Bureau (PPB) reveals a significant decrease in crime in the areas surrounding two of the City’s overnight shelters, SAFES (30 SW 2nd Ave) and Moore Street Shelter (5325 N. Williams Ave).

News article


Shelter Successes - July 2025

Bringing someone from unsheltered homelessness into housing isn't a straightforward process. We want to share some wins from our providers that share the usually hidden victories within the housing process. From documents to jobs--it all matters on the journey to stability.

Updated Blog post


Shelter Successes - August 2025

Bringing someone from unsheltered homelessness into housing isn't a straightforward process. We want to share some wins from our providers that share the usually hidden victories within the housing process. From documents to jobs--it all matters on the journey to stability.

Updated Blog post


Shelter Successes - June 2025

Bringing someone from unsheltered homelessness into housing isn't a straightforward process. We want to share some wins from our providers that share the usually hidden victories within the housing process. From documents to jobs--it all matters on the journey to stability.

Updated Blog post


Shelter Successes - September 2025

Bringing someone from unsheltered homelessness into housing isn't a straightforward process. We want to share some wins from our providers that share the usually hidden victories within the housing process. From documents to jobs--it all matters on the journey to stability.

Updated Blog post


Shelter Successes - October 2025

Bringing someone from unsheltered homelessness into housing isn't a straightforward process. We want to share some wins from our providers that share the usually hidden victories within the housing process. From documents to jobs--it all matters on the journey to stability.

Updated Blog post


Shelter Successes - May 2025

Bringing someone from unsheltered homelessness into housing isn't a straightforward process. We want to share some wins from our providers that share the usually hidden victories within the housing process. From documents to jobs--it all matters on the journey to stability.

Blog post


Shelter Successes - April 2025

Bringing someone from unsheltered homelessness into housing isn't a straightforward process. We want to share some wins from our providers that share the usually hidden victories within the housing process. From documents to jobs--it all matters on the journey to stability.

Blog post


Sunderland RV Safe Park Site Extended Through June 2025

News article


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