Sacramento Steps Forward

We're here to help guide and support our community in resolving homelessness, because everyone deserves a safe place to call home.

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From the SSF Board: "Lisa concludes her time with SSF on June 5. Her decision is a personal one that has been in process for some time." Read the full letter from the Board, celebrate Lisa Bates, and welcome our incoming Interim CEO Dr. Trent Simmons at https://t.co/89VXSYvZhL

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The CAS has limited resources and can only connect people to available shelter, housing, and services when participating agencies have capacity. But the system helps prevent and resolve homelessness every day. Learn about the impact of coordinated access: https://t.co/Y3CuFtL8dB

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Hey, Sacramento housing and homelessness service providers! Are you doing work you'd like the broader community to know about? Tell us about it below or email [email protected] for a chance to be featured in an upcoming newsletter and other platforms.

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In homelessness response work, it’s easy to focus on what’s still unresolved. A “one thing done” practice shifts that focus by naming one meaningful action you took that day. Do you have any daily practices for thriving in this work? Share your tips below!

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ICYMI: The May CoC Board meeting included a discussion on shared governance with a "Proposed Homeless Partnership Model" presentation by the City and County of Sacramento. See the presentation and be part of the continued discussion at https://t.co/nzoo3ATVV0!

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As we share results from the 2026 Point-in-Time Count, we’re also looking at what has changed since 2024. What trends stand out most to you, and where do you think our community should continue investing to reduce homelessness over time?

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The 2026 PIT Count shows consistency Sacramento's homelessness services database, reported through a community dashboard at https://t.co/h6iutOSjAN. This confirms that this year-round data is accurate to what is happening across the county. Learn more: https://t.co/4noxgHxRLu

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During the 2026 Point-in-Time Count, 58.6% of individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness were within the City of Sacramento, 27.1% within the unincorporated county, and 14.3% within surrounding cities. Learn more the 2026 PIT Count: https://t.co/4noxgHxRLu

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This reflects the impact of expanded shelter, outreach, and coordinated access.

Thank you to @SacStepsForward and the nearly 800 volunteers who participated in the PIT Count, which provides important data to help guide our response to homelessness.

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ICYMI: The 2026 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, released this week, shows the number of unsheltered people living on our city streets has dropped by 19% - a reduction of nearly 600 people.

Read more: https://t.co/2ooGZhIaGy

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Statement from Mayor McCarty on the 2026 Point-in-Time Count.

Read the full results ➡️ https://t.co/cv7LYPQ2Zm

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Across multiple high-vulnerability populations, more individuals were staying in shelter and transitional housing, reflecting expanded access to safety and support for our neighbors with complex needs. Learn more about the 2026 PIT Count https://t.co/4noxgHxRLu

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582 more people were staying in shelter and transitional housing on the night of the 2026 count than in 2024, meaning more people had support, safety, and a roof over their heads, and that our community’s outreach efforts are working. Learn more: https://t.co/4noxgHxRLu

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The results from January's PIT Count are in. “This year’s data shows that investments in shelter and coordinated access are making a meaningful difference. To build on this progress, our community must continue expanding pathways.” - Lisa Bates, CEO. https://t.co/T3E0MMgHKu

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Have you been curious how our community uses state funding to help people at risk of or experiencing homelessness? Our Chief Strategist shares how it is accessed and used by Sacramento, and how it's making it possible for people to stay safe and housed: https://t.co/RJJTvFIH5O

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Up to $897,219 is available to support housing services for Sacramento’s youth through an RFP for a Transition Age Youth (TAY) Rapid Rehousing program focused on helping young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Applications are due May 11. https://t.co/0qe7MqQtYW

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Agencies across Sacramento work every day to connect people with shelter, housing, and critical services. Your Big Day of Giving donation helps them reach those most in need. Find trusted local agencies to support: https://t.co/4g01kAasGl. Support SSF: https://t.co/ze5CtcTzVO

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Read our May newsletter at https://t.co/Vx1kQOyrOD to learn about the latest events, progress, and resources for people working to solve homelessness—including upcoming listening sessions and resource fairs, funding opportunities for youth service providers, and more!

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In homelessness response work, the day doesn’t always have a clear stopping point. A small, consistent action (such as playing a specific song) can help signal that your workday is complete and support a shift into rest. What helps you thrive in your work? Share your tips below!

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Working alongside our partners, we are putting Sacramento’s regional plan into action through state funding investments that improve access to and capacity for housing and services. Learn more about some of the progress made at https://t.co/CGzNxhU20g