The Vision for Combating Homelessness…

Is the creation and ongoing maintenance of a seamless, integrated housing and services system that offers homeless persons the opportunity to move toward an attainable level of self-sufficiency while being recognized as valuable members of the community.

In order to accomplish this vision, an entire continuum of opportunities must be provided including homeless prevention services, outreach and assessment, emergency shelter, transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, permanent housing, and supportive services.

The availability of an adequate supply of affordable and accessible permanent housing and permanent supportive housing resources is essential. Without it, homeless individuals and families are at risk of becoming trapped in a continuing cycle of homelessness.

The Saratoga County Housing Alliance is an inclusive collaborative effort committed to reducing homelessness in Saratoga County by increasing the level and coordination of housing and support services so that the cycle of homelessness is not perpetuated. The Alliance encourages increasing participation by state, county and local government, community leaders, not-for-profit organizations, housing developers, service providers, and formerly homeless persons. In order to accomplish this vision, an entire continuum of opportunities must be provided including homeless prevention services, outreach and assessment, emergency shelter, transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, permanent housing, and supportive services. The availability of an adequate supply of affordable and accessible permanent and permanent supportive housing resources are essential; for without it, homeless individuals and families are at risk of becoming trapped in a continuing cycle of homelessness.