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Homeless Services Department - Multnomah County @multco_hsd

A county department funding shelter, outreach, housing services for neighbors experiencing homelessness. 3k shelter beds, housing for ~12k people.

Joined February 2015
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Data is essential. Lived experience is foundational. How do we ensure our systems truly meet the needs of those they serve? By keeping community voices at the center of our work.
Graphic displaying the release of the Homeless Services Department's April 2026 newsletter. Image features a screenshot of The Pathways Study conducted by Portland State University.

ALT Graphic displaying the release of the Homeless Services Department's April 2026 newsletter. Image features a screenshot of The Pathways Study conducted by Portland State University.

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541 neighbors experiencing homelessness in Multnomah County to better understand their daily challenges and housing goals. By centering these voices, we are better equipped to refine our decision-making and advocate for the permanent housing solutions our community is asking for.
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đź“– Read more in our April Newsletter or at the link in our bio to access the full report and the PSU press release!
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Homeless Services Department - Multnomah County@multco_hsd
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🏀 Our March 2026 Newsletter is live! We’re sharing a transparent look at our FY 2027 budget, celebrating service expansion at Bradley Angle, and a powerful story of resilience from our partners at SACOO. 📖 Link in bio to read! #pdx #multco #housingjustice
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The Harrison Community Village (HCV) Shelter is expected to open in late spring in your neighborhood and will be operated by the nonprofit provider Do Good Multnomah.
Announcement for a public meeting on Harrison Community Village on Feb 26, 6:30-8 p.m. at PCC Southeast Portland Campus, Community Hall Annex at 7901 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97206.

ALT Announcement for a public meeting on Harrison Community Village on Feb 26, 6:30-8 p.m. at PCC Southeast Portland Campus, Community Hall Annex at 7901 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97206.

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Brief presentations will be given by representatives from HSD Community Engagement, Do Good Multnomah, and community partners of the Good Neighbor Agreement. A question and answer session will follow.
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To RSVP for the public meeting on Feb. 26th, please visit the Harrison Community Village Shelter webpage at: hsd.multco.us/emergency-shel…

Harrison Community Village — Homeless Services Department

Learn how the Homeless Services Department is using data, housing, shelter and outreach to end homelessness in Portland and Multnomah County.

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In Multnomah County, we’ve used regional funding to help thousands of people move into permanent homes and to grow our shelter network. As we deal with some tough budget shifts ahead, it’s worth taking a second to look at just how much has been built.
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This article shines a light on the 'invisible' wins that have completely modernized the way we show up for people in our community. oregonlive.com/politics/2026…

Invisible wins: How $1.4 billion has transformed Portland area homeless services

One family’s story shows how the 2020 tax can work as promised, even as the overall homeless count continues climbing across the metro area.

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Across the region, local governments are facing significant funding gaps — and Multnomah County is navigating those same headwinds. On Tuesday we updated the Board of Commissioners on the specific challenges facing our budget for the next fiscal year.
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While these hurdles aren't unique to HSD or even our County, we are working hard to be proactive and clear about our budget landscape. See the data and the full briefing here: multnomah.granicus.com/MetaV…
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Thank you to Sunstone Way, Transition Projects and Our Just Future for joining HSD earlier this week during our presentation on the Adult Shelter Report.
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This new report analyzes the cost and effectiveness of adult shelters, and offers a policy recommendation for rebalancing the shelter system to prioritize housing placement out of shelter. Read the article below: oregonlive.com/politics/2026…

Few homeless shelter guests end up housed; new report details problems, points to solution

To improve outcomes in Multnomah County and Portland shelter systems, report suggests one key tactic.

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Since opening its doors in late 2024, the Kathleen Saadat Apartments have provided 75 homes with wraparound services to people who recently experienced chronic homelessness — made possible thanks to the Oregon Metro SHS measure. Full Story: hsd.multco.us/story/ricky-an…
Person wearing sunglasses on his head and a black shirt sits in a room with tables, sharing his story about gaining independence through supportive housing.

ALT Person wearing sunglasses on his head and a black shirt sits in a room with tables, sharing his story about gaining independence through supportive housing.

Person in blue scrubs and a blue headscarf sitting indoors, sharing her journey of progress with support from a community team.

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Jayson, who lives with cerebral palsy, was experiencing homelessness for years. But now, he’s in a stable home with supportive services that are helping him thrive, thanks to a Multnomah County program funded by the @oregonmetro SHS Measure. Full Story: hsd.multco.us/story/jayson
Young man in a green t-shirt stands indoors near stairs, representing support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in housing programs.

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