We have 45 individuals registered in our Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) which provides a By Name list of individuals experiencing homelessness in our region. (Truckee, Tahoe City, Kings Beach and borders of El dorado county on the West Shore and Washoe county on the East shore). Other newly homeless (increase since COVID) and many additional neighbors are not counted and are living under-sheltered in their cars and other places not meant for habitation.

With COVID these numbers have increased and include people living in their cars. Support is vital in order to prevent a temporary situation from becoming a chronic condition. Guests are provided basic necessities, case management, temporary lodging and Rapid Rehousing funds as needed. Often referred through the police, hospital and local businesses, there are many people stranded here because of unplanned emergency situations. We strive to get them the support needed to return to their homes and connect with family or other support services.

About one-third of the guests we serve identify as female.

The EWC is a weather triggered center so the number of nights open is based on the number of very severe winter weather nights from November through April each year. This past year we were open 46 nights and provided a total of 415 nights of shelter. During our fifth season 2019-2020, the EWC opened 33 nights, providing a total of 314 nights of shelter. Click here to view the Season 5 Impact Report

Homelessness has always existed in the Truckee-North Tahoe region but grows more prevalent and visible each year. There are several factors at play in our region that contribute to the growth in unhoused neighbors: many seasonal jobs and low wages, high cost of living, lack of affordable housing, high rental costs, and minimal safety net service. Having safety net services may allow our unhoused neighbors to stay in their community longer. We also provide basic support to unhoused individuals that travel through this region, which is necessary in all communities. **Homelessness was already on the rise in California and Covid-19 has made homelessness more visible and prevalent.

If you have questions about any of our programs or other related topics, please email: NTTHS@amihousing.org or call our Program Phone: 530-386-7954

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