Description
Title: Recommendation In Response To Enactment No. R-2025-060 “Establishing A Continuing Sobriety Housing Voucher Pilot Program For Individuals Experiencing Homelessness; Directing The Department Of Health, Housing And Homelessness To Develop A Plan To Implement A Pilot Program And Report On Outcomes” (Grout, by request)
Summary
The City of Albuquerque is implementing a Continuing Sobriety Housing Voucher Pilot Program, as directed by City Council Resolution R-2025-060. This initiative aims to support up to 25 individuals transitioning from rehabilitation or detox facilities to stable housing. The program will offer twelve months of housing assistance, with the potential for an additional six months based on individual needs. It is funded by $1,263,900 from Opioid Settlement Funds, allowing for comprehensive case management and recovery support services. This pilot is significant as it provides a targeted approach to homelessness, focusing on individuals committed to sobriety, and aims to evaluate its effectiveness compared to traditional housing models. The program's outcomes will inform future policy decisions regarding housing assistance in Albuquerque.