A KEY TO HOME PARTNERSHIP SUCCESS STORY
The Diversion and Rapid Exit Pilot, launched recently, addresses the rising number of people entering homelessness. It helps individuals quickly identify safe alternatives without relying on shelters. The power of a shared responsibility Addressing homelessness requires more than policy changes. It takes sustained cooperation between local government, service providers, property owners, businesses and residents. The city proves that steady investment and collaboration lead to measurable outcomes. For residents and businesses alike, the message is clear: OKC is not standing still. By choosing to invest in coordinated solutions and rallying the community, the city is working toward a future where everyone has a safe place to call home.
The Encampment Rehousing Initiative has become a central strategy. The approach starts with outreach teams building trust with people living in encampments. Meanwhile, landlord engagement teams secure housing and rental support. Partner organizations furnish apartments and supply basic needs. Once housed, people receive 12 months of case management to help stabilize their lives. The final step: encampment sites are cleaned and secured. Results so far: • 25 encampments closed • 444 people moved into housing • 93% of individuals engaged accepted housing • 43% decrease in targeted population over two years Sustaining Progress With the Encampment Rehousing Initiative expected to house 500 people by the end of 2025, the focus will shift to maintaining progress. That means continued investment in outreach, housing, staffing and case management to support those who remain unsheltered. To strengthen exits, the city is: • Sustaining housing units added through Encampment Rehousing • Expanding permanent supportive housing through MAPS 4 • Increasing participation in the Landlord Engagement Team, making housing access faster and more efficient
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