The Oregon Housing Stability Council has approved $38.7 million in permanent supportive housing funding for six affordable housing developments across the state.

The investments from Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) will provide 227 homes for people experiencing chronic homelessness or needing supportive services in addition to housing.

Permanent supportive housing (PSH) is housing with onsite services connecting residents to food resources, transportation, employment, behavioral health support and more. Rental assistance is also provided for individuals and families.

OHCS received a total of nine applications, amounting to $40 million in PSH funding requests, greater than the available capital. After careful review, six projects were recommended to receive funding.

The objective of OHCS’ PSH Program is to expand the state’s supply of affordable housing designed to serve households experiencing chronic homelessness. This housing method is a cost-effective measure shown to increase housing stability and improve health. PSH reduces public reliance on crisis services while ensuring people who previously experienced homelessness now have dignified housing options.

For more detailed information about each recommended project, see the

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