Beaverton Shelter joins County shelter program
Washington County, the City of Beaverton, Metro, and state leaders gathered last month to mark the grand opening of the Beaverton Shelter. The Beaverton Shelter, which features space for 60 guests, will provide beds, meals, showers, and resources on a 24/7, 365-day basis. Housing navigation and supportive services will be provided by Open Door, as well as a dedicated coordinated care space to ensure greater stability to individuals experiencing homelessness and offer a critical link to housing.
“Washington County has dramatically scaled up shelter capacity thanks to the Supportive Housing Services measure, and we are proud to support over 430 shelter beds county-wide,” said Washington County Chair Kathryn Harrington. “As the first of three first purpose-built shelters opening in Washington County, we’re working to create a system of care that centers our most vulnerable community members. To achieve this vision, ongoing investments are critical.”
“The work is certainly not done, but the opening of this shelter today shows us – despite the uphill battle we’re fighting – that we are making real progress, that we remain unrelenting in our goals,” Governor Kotek said. “We can change Oregon lives and communities. I am energized by the continued collaboration with local leaders to build a healthier, safer, more prosperous Oregon, where everyone has a safe place to call home.”
“The opening of this shelter marks an important step forward for our community,” said Mayor Beaty. “It’s the result of remarkable teamwork and dedication from state and federal legislators, county officials, local non-profits, city councilors, and city staff—all working together to make this vision a reality. This shelter reflects what we can achieve when we come together, providing essential support and services for our neighbors experiencing homelessness.”
The shelter is made possible thanks to $4.8 million from the voter-approved Metro Supportive Housing Services measure and approximately $9 million in state and federal funding, including American Rescue Plan Act funds. Ongoing operations will also be funded by the Washington County allocation of the Supportive Housing Services measure.
The 12,000-square-foot property located at 11380 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway is situated in an established business area, centrally located near transit, and within walking distance to groceries, social service agencies, and employment opportunities.
