Housing
68%
of adults prefer to age in place
216
individuals and families experience homelessness on average in a year
$3.1M
The estimated annual cost of homelessness to the community
Shelter as Strategy: An Action Plan to Address Homelessness
A milestone has been reached by the Tahoe Truckee Homeless Advisory Committee, made up of twelve partners representing the regional jurisdictions, several special districts, and nonprofits. Together they have completed the Tahoe Truckee Regional Homeless Action Plan. The Plan’s priorities are based on key beliefs: Regional collaboration is critical, compassion is central, housing solves homelessness, and doing nothing creates significant economic impacts. Through collaboration and funding from the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, the plan aims to address these challenges and create lasting, positive change.
The Plan was developed over an 18 month span and outlines a five-year roadmap to end homelessness. Drawing on data, insights from those with lived experience, and community feedback, the plan emphasizes progress—no matter how incremental. It also calls for collective action from local governments, organizations, businesses, and individuals to provide support. One thing is clear: housing solves homelessness. The region has introduced our first permanent supportive housing solution after lengthy due diligence. Permanent supportive housing combines affordable housing with supportive services to help people experiencing homelessness maintain stable living environments. Read the Action Plan here.
Ensuring Older Adults Can Age In The Community They Helped Build
TTCF keeps our finger on the pulse of the community’s needs. Our Community Collaborative of Tahoe Truckee (CCTT) works closely with community partners and community members to identify and address emerging needs. This fall, growing concerns about the availability of housing options and services for aging residents came to the surface, in particular the question of whether or not residents can safely age in place in Tahoe Truckee.
TTCF engaged the community through real-time polling in the Sierra Sun, and hosted a “Lunch and Learn” session to foster discussion and gather feedback. We discovered that snow removal, winter safety, and the availability of affordable housing are the top challenges preventing many seniors from staying in their homes. In partnership with local organizations, we are working to develop and implement practical solutions that address these needs.
The conversation around aging in place is just one piece of a larger puzzle when it comes to creating a community where everyone—regardless of age—can thrive. The Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation aims to continue these discussions and collaborate with local specialists and community members to address the distinct challenges seniors face.
Zoe Meyer
Reporter, Sierra Sun
To learn more about our community impact and how you can partner with us to make a difference, contact Stacy Caldwell at stacy@ttcf.net.