Lexington Homelessness Prevention & Intervention

Lexington Homelessness Prevention & Intervention The official page of the Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention for Lexington Fayette Ur

01/14/2026

The 2026 LexCount is quickly approaching, and we still need volunteers! This year's LexCount will take place on the evening of Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

We are two weeks away from the 2026 LexCount and the Lex End Homelessness Continuum of Care (CoC) seeks teams of volunteers to visit outdoor locations where persons experiencing unsheltered homelessness might be found to sleep overnight. Volunteers will conduct a count of the number of individuals and households identified to be without shelter, complete surveys with those identified, facilitate access to emergency shelter, and distribute care packages. We cannot do this important work without the help of volunteers and community partners so please join us for the 2026 LexCount!

For more information or to sign up, visit our 2026 LexCount Volunteer Sign Up page!
https://forms.gle/ux2dqc3va9QfjGBq9

01/08/2026

Volunteer registration is now open for the 2026 LexCount! This year's LexCount will take place on the evening of Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

The Lex End Homelessness Continuum of Care (CoC) seeks teams of volunteers to visit outdoor locations where persons experiencing unsheltered homelessness might be found to sleep overnight. Volunteers will conduct a count of the number of individuals and households identified to be without shelter, complete surveys with those identified, facilitate access to emergency shelter, and distribute care packages. We do this important work with the help of volunteers and community partners so please join us for the 2026 LexCount!

For more information or to sign up, visit our 2026 LexCount Volunteer Sign Up page!
https://forms.gle/Uatw1ck5uvTWBvym7

11/24/2025

The Lex End Homelessness CoC is excited to announce the opening of its annual CoC local competition! The CoC is accepting project applications for both new and renewal projects aimed at reducing and ending homelessness. Applications are due through e-snaps by December 15, 2025.

Never applied for CoC funding? No problem! New applicants are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

Contact the LFUCG Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention or visit our website for more information: www.lexendhomelessness.com

Lexington KY Emergency Management has activated PHASE I of its Extreme Heat Plan for Monday, June 23rd, through the even...
06/23/2025

Lexington KY Emergency Management has activated PHASE I of its Extreme Heat Plan for Monday, June 23rd, through the evening of Friday, June 27th. The heat index will reach temperatures above 95 degrees.

At this phase of activation:
(1) Partner organizations of the Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention will operate as cooling stations;

(2) Lextran will offer free transportation to individuals experiencing homelessness to identified cooling stations; and

(3) Outreach teams will be in the community distributing supplies and assisting persons in getting to cooling stations and shaded spaces.

Please be sure to advise individuals of anticipated conditions and services available.

There is still time to volunteer for the 2025 LexCount! This year's LexCount will take place on the evening of Wednesday...
01/21/2025

There is still time to volunteer for the 2025 LexCount! This year's LexCount will take place on the evening of Wednesday, January 29, 2025.

The Lex End Homelessness Continuum of Care (CoC) seeks teams of volunteers to visit outdoor locations where persons experiencing unsheltered homelessness might be found to sleep overnight. Volunteers will conduct a count of the number of individuals and households identified to be without shelter, complete surveys with those identified, facilitate access to emergency shelter, and distribute care packages. We cannot do this important work without the help of volunteers and community partners so please join us for the 2025 LexCount!

For more information or to sign up, visit our 2025 LexCount Volunteer Sign Up page! You can sign up for the 2025 LexCount until Friday, January 24, 2025.

https://forms.gle/qqWBkJ5Svk1VCDQN9

The 2025 LexCount is quickly approaching and we still need volunteers! This year's LexCount will take place on the eveni...
01/17/2025

The 2025 LexCount is quickly approaching and we still need volunteers! This year's LexCount will take place on the evening of Wednesday, January 29, 2025.

We are two weeks away from the 2025 LexCount and the Lex End Homelessness Continuum of Care (CoC) seeks teams of volunteers to visit outdoor locations where persons experiencing unsheltered homelessness might be found to sleep overnight. Volunteers will conduct a count of the number of individuals and households identified to be without shelter, complete surveys with those identified, facilitate access to emergency shelter, and distribute care packages. We cannot do this important work without the help of volunteers and community partners so please join us for the 2025 LexCount!

For more information or to sign up, visit our 2025 LexCount Volunteer Sign Up page!

https://forms.gle/ugunZRCNTX3iaJhn9

12/30/2024

Now Accepting Volunteers for the 2025 LexCount!

The Lex End Homelessness Continuum of Care (CoC) seeks teams of volunteers to visit outdoor locations where persons experiencing unsheltered homelessness might be found to sleep overnight. Volunteers will conduct a count of the number of individuals and households identified to be without shelter, complete surveys with those identified, facilitate access to emergency shelter, and distribute care packages.

This year's LexCount will take place on the evening of Wednesday, January 29th. For more information or to sign up, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScq0QxO_cvMUIfTmcvgebFp-7G6M1s4A2l62S5uNuOFczn_xw/viewform

01/12/2024

The Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention has activated the community's Emergency Winter Weather Plan for this evening (Friday, January 12th) through and including the morning of Thursday, January 18th. Extension of the activation is likely based upon current forecasts; the OHPI will monitor conditions and update as appropriate.

This plan provides a coordinated response for times when extreme cold weather creates additional, immediate need for expanded capacity to assist persons experiencing homelessness in Lexington. Extreme temperatures often force persons to seek shelter who may not otherwise seek assistance.

Shelters will add capacity to accommodate those in need. Please see the attached detailed plan for specific shelter processes and availability. Lexington providers have made arrangements to welcome all eligible persons, including former residents under suspension for behavioral or programmatic reasons. Exceptions may include individuals suspended for violence and decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis. Providers and the OHPI will collaborate to ensure emergency shelter is available for anyone who seeks it.

Key to this year’s plan is the operation of a temporary winter weather shelter operated by the Hope Center. This temporary shelter—located on the campus of the North Lexington YMCA (381 W Loudon Ave)—can accommodate up to 160 persons. Unaccompanied adult men and women (18 and over) will be accepted, including limited capacity to accept pets. The shelter will operate for the duration of the season until March 31st. The shelter will operate 24/7 during this period.

Full plan available at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BzetPnF0Kk8-DRoCJzpmRIwL9vVS0TbS/view?usp=sharing

01/02/2024

Now Accepting Volunteers for the 2024 LexCount!

The Lex End Homelessness Continuum of Care (CoC) seeks teams of volunteers to visit outdoor locations where persons experiencing unsheltered homelessness might be found to sleep overnight. Volunteers will conduct a count of the number of individuals and households identified to be without shelter, complete surveys with those identified, facilitate access to emergency shelter, and distribute care packages.

This year's LexCount will take place on the evening of Wednesday, January 31st. For more information or to sign up, visit https://forms.gle/gvrt54xMaD2koKnh9

08/21/2023

The LFUCG Division of Emergency Management has activated Phase I of its Heat Plan, effective Monday morning through Friday evening.

In addition to partners listed in the published plan, Lighthouse Ministries will also serve as a cooling station between their lunch and dinner meals (approx. 12pm - 6pm).

Outreach teams will be in the community checking on persons, distributing supplies, and assisting with access to cooling stations. Individuals experiencing homelessness may ride LexTran to a cooling station free of charge.

Full plan available at:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o7Y_kG2zfQnVnQZDsT1Jj1nJuLFPSn9y/view?usp=drive_link

Address

200 East Main Street
Lexington, KY
40507

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18592583070

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