Old Pueblo Community Services

10/28/2026

Today, the OPCS team traded their work attire for costumes and a little Halloween fun! Staff showed off their creative side, arriving as minions, wizards, witches, and even a surprisingly friendly spider.

To celebrate, everyone gathered to enjoy burgers, hot dogs, sweet treats, and plenty of laughter. While every day at OPCS is focused on serving our clients and community, it's important to take time to celebrate the incredible staff who make that work possible.

The office was filled with great costumes, team spirit, and lots of smiles. We're grateful for our dedicated employees and all they do throughout the year to support individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and spooktacular Halloween! 🎃🦇🍬

10/26/2026

Old Pueblo Community Services is excited to announce an expansion of our leadership team! Effective November 18, Jason Thorpe will join OPCS as Co-CEO, partnering with longtime CEO Tom Litwicki to accelerate our mission of ending homelessness.

Under Tom’s leadership, OPCS has experienced remarkable growth over the past 13 years, expanding housing, treatment, and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness throughout Tucson. This new leadership team builds on that strong foundation and reflects our continued commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our community.

Jason brings extensive experience in housing and homelessness response, longstanding community relationships, and a deep commitment to the mission that has guided OPCS for decades. He most recently served as Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development for the City of Tucson.

Together, Tom and Jason will build on OPCS's 30-year legacy of service while exploring new opportunities to expand our impact across Southern Arizona.

10/16/2026

Today, staff from IBM participated in United Way's Days of Caring by volunteering at Casa Del Pueblo, OPCS's low-barrier shelter. The IBM team went above and beyond, preparing a delicious brunch for our residents that included waffles, fresh fruit, sausage, and eggs. Their generosity, compassion, and culinary skills helped create a special morning for those we serve. Thank you to the IBM volunteers for choosing OPCS for your Days of Caring activity and for making a meaningful difference in our community!

10/15/2026

We're excited to welcome veterans into our newly opened transitional housing facility. This milestone represents a new chapter of stability, support, and hope for those who have served our country.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) -- Homeless veterans started moving into a newly renovated midtown housing facility Wednesday designed to provide safety and stability.

10/15/2026

On Monday, OPCS celebrated the grand opening of our Veterans Transitional Housing Center. The newly expanded and renovated center will provide veterans with safe housing, supportive services, and the resources needed to achieve stability, independence, and a brighter future.

We were honored to hear speeches from OPCS Board Member Marc Rolfes, Mayor Regina Romero, County Supervisor Andrés Cano of District 5, Tucson Council Member Miranda Schubert of Ward 6, and OPCS CEO Tom Litwicki. These leaders of our community joined us to share about the new center and the impact OPCS has made on the veterans community here in Pima County. Our final speaker, program participant Juan Telano, shared his experience as a Navy Veteran that found housing and stability through the veterans program at OPCS.

The ribbon was cut to commemorate the grand opening, which has raised the capacity of beds from 23 to 41. OPCS is extremely thankful for the support we’ve received to provide essential services, housing, and case management to our veteran clients.

10/13/2026

"More space to help homeless vets escape the streets" -- A new article from KGUN 9 celebrates the expanded transitional housing for veterans at OPCS.
The OPCS Veterans Transitional Housing Center expansion project is a significant step toward ensuring that more veterans have access to the housing and support they need to rebuild their lives and achieve lasting stability. Read more at the link below.

For a veteran fighting homelessness a new expansion to transitional housing could be the anchor that begins their trip to a better life.

10/09/2026

On World Homeless Day, we recognize the ongoing need for emergency shelter, affordable housing, and supportive services in our community. At OPCS, we remain committed to helping our unhoused neighbors build stable futures. In 2025, we:
Served 3,000+ clients
Provided 61,480 bed nights
Provided 28,063+ hours of supportive services
Successfully moved 318 clients into permanent housing

This work would not be possible without the generosity of our supporters. Make a difference today by donating at https://bit.ly/33oVm6h or through the link in our bio.

10/08/2026

Thank you to the team at Whole Foods Market Tucson for filling our Nourishing Our Neighborhoods van with fresh produce and pantry staples! Ours was one of 112 hunger relief events hosted by Whole Foods Market on Tuesday. Donations like this help ensure we have the resources to meet the growing need in our community.

10/07/2026

Thank you to the team at Whole Foods Market Tucson for filling our Nourishing Our Neighborhoods van with fresh produce and pantry staples! Ours was one of 112 hunger relief events hosted by Whole Foods Market on Tuesday. Donations like this help ensure we have the resources to meet the growing need in our community.

10/02/2026

Today, the Pima Alano Club hosted its first annual Community Outreach Resource Fair and invited OPCS to share information about our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and recovery services.
The Pima Alano Club serves as an important hub where individuals in recovery can build meaningful connections, access resources, and strengthen their support networks. OPCS is honored to be part of that journey and grateful for the opportunity to further connect with and support our community. Thank you to the Pima Alano Club for bringing together organizations and individuals dedicated to recovery, wellness, and hope.