Metro Denver Homeless Initiative

09/04/2026

Today we are celebrating a big win for regional partnership!

Last year, Arvada City Manager Don Wick convened the "Arvada Brain Trust", a group of regional housing and homelessness leaders, to help design a strategic homelessness reduction plan. Fast forward to today - the City of Arvada built out a dedicated outreach and case management team and recently hit their goal of connecting 65 unhoused neighbors to housing!

MDHI was honored to gather alongside partners from the City of Arvada Government, Jefferson County Colorado Government, Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, Denver Rescue Mission, Housing Connector, and Adams County Government, CO to celebrate this milestone and talk about the work ahead.

Progress happens when community partners come together. Congratulations, Arvada!

09/03/2026

Join us for our next Supportive Housing Training Series in partnership with CSH!

Talking About Your Work: Supportive Housing Messaging and Narrative Training
When: Sep 23, 2026 10:00 AM MT
Where: Register by following this link - https://csh-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/9mB-HxrIRNmCY3PkivN-5Q #/registration

In this interactive training, we will present the CSH and Housing Narrative Lab’s Supportive Housing Messaging Framework, discuss how political messaging impacts staff burnout, reflect on varied sector perspectives, and share tools to effectively advocate to partners and funders.

Save your spot now!

Talking About Your Work: Supportive Housing Messaging and Narrative Training Supportive housing is a proven and cost-effective solution that provides an affordable place to live and the support services people need to get off the streets and rebuild their lives. What messages and stories exist about...

09/02/2026

Congratulations to the City of Arvada Government on reaching their goal of helping 65 people living unhoused into housing outcomes in 2026! This achievement shows exactly what is possible when local government, community organizations, faith partners, and volunteers work together toward a shared goal.

We’re excited to build on this momentum to continue providing outreach and support for all our neighbors.

We have met our goal 👏

So far in 2026, we have helped 65 people in Olde Town Arvada into housing outcomes. That's 65 lives that are back on track.

Collaboration, patience, and dedication on the part of our partners in this work and members of the community are what got us here today. Thank you to Mission Arvada Day Shelter and Housing Navigation Center, The Family Tree, SafeSide Recovery, and everyone in Arvada who stepped up to make a difference.

Our work does not stop here. There are more people who need help, and we are committed as a community to addressing homelessness. Read more about our work and track our progress at arvadaco.gov/homelessness .

08/31/2026

The Metro Denver Homeless Initiative (MDHI) joins the City of Englewood and the entire Metro Denver region in mourning the sudden passing of Mayor Pro Tem Joe Anderson.

Joe was a compassionate voice for our unhoused neighbors. Throughout his service, he consistently championed housing dignity and collaboration on solutions to homelessness. This work included co-founding Change The Trend, a collaborative network of non-profits, churches, and community leaders tackling homelessness in Englewood. He understood that building a stronger community meant serving its most vulnerable, and his dedicated efforts made a lasting impact across Englewood and Arapahoe County.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and all who were impacted by his leadership and service.

08/28/2026

As we close out Colorado's birthday month, we are reflecting on the shared effort it takes to solve homelessness. MDHI is proud to serve Metro Denver, but our work is also deeply connected to partners across the state. Ending homelessness requires all of us working together.

Thank you to our local stakeholders, community members, and statewide partners for your ongoing dedication to building safe, stable housing solutions for all Coloradans.

08/27/2026

Last week, MDHI Executive Director Jason Johnson and Interim Chief Executive Officer of the Denver Housing Authority and MDHI Board Member Joshua Crawley joined the 2026 Metro Denver Chamber Access Denver Cohort. This annual program, hosted by the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation, connects newly appointed and new-to-region leaders with local business and civic influencers to accelerate regional understanding and relationship-building.

We are grateful for the opportunity to join in on this event and make new connections in the community we serve!

08/26/2026

This week is the first ever Supportive Housing Week! SHW is an opportunity for members of Congress to see supportive housing in action and the impact it has on their districts and community.

Follow our partners at CSH as they share stories and spread the word on how important supportive housing is.

Supportive Housing Week officially begins today! In communities across the country, housing providers will be opening their doors to members of Congress to show how supportive housing helps people stay housed and build stability.

What do you hope members of Congress see and learn during these visits?

P.S. You can be part of Supportive Housing Week, too. Share a post, tell a story, or help spread the word with your network!

Follow along this week as we share what supportive housing looks like on the ground.

08/25/2026

August is recognized globally as Overdose Awareness Month. This month is a dedicated time to remember family members, friends, and neighbors lost to overdoses, support grieving community members, and raise awareness across our region.

Overdose impacts individuals and families across every community. Talking about substance use, it’s impact, and grief is a critical step in building more supportive safety nets across Metro Denver.

Support & Local Resources:
• Community Support & Education: Learn more about local prevention efforts, grief support, and community resources through End Overdose
• 24/7 Crisis & Recovery Support: If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or needs immediate mental health support, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, or visit: www.988colorado.com
• SAMHSA National Helpline: Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information is available at 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

08/21/2026

"It can be challenging to measure success in reducing homelessness, but in a presentation to Denver’s Community Planning and Housing Committee, the city’s Department of Housing Stability (HOST) attempted to do just that. According to Jeff Kositsky, the department's deputy director of housing opportunity, its efforts are driven by an underlying question: “How can we get you back to a safe place?”

Read more in the Denver Voice about how HOST is working to continuously seek data, measure success, and improve future housing solutions.

by Nahila Bonfiglio It can be challenging to measure success in reducing homelessness, but in a presentation to Denver’s Community Planning and Housing Committee, the city’s Department of Housing Stability (HOST) attempted to do just that. According to Jeff Kositsky, the department's deputy dire...

08/12/2026

Congratulations to Veterans Community Project and All Roads for their recent feature in the Boulder County Commissioners' Community Connections magazine. Sent to every household across Boulder County, this feature recognizes both organizations for their dedication, collaborative spirit, and innovative solutions in tackling complex housing challenges across our region.

👀 Have you spotted us? All Roads is proud to be included in the latest Boulder County Community Connections magazine. It's a great snapshot of the people, programs, and partnerships making a difference across Boulder County. Take a look and see what your county government and community partners are accomplishing together! 💙 https://bit.ly/4bVbj7q