QUICK SUMMARY
Our Path Home reported significant outcomes from the New Path Community Housing program, which has served 100 individuals exiting long-term homelessness since 2018. The initiative achieved a reduction in emergency services usage by nearly 8,000 days and generated over $11 million in community cost savings.
The New Path Community Housing program, a public-private partnership, released its 2024 Annual Evaluation, detailing its effects on homelessness in Ada County. Since opening in 2018, the initiative has assisted 100 individuals in exiting long-term homelessness. The report highlights a reduction in emergency service usage by 7,986 days and a total community savings of over $11 million. Participants contribute 30% of their income for rent, with the remainder funded by local housing authorities. On-site support services, including health resources, have been accessed by all residents in 2024, enhancing their well-being. The model addresses chronic homelessness effectively, reducing reliance on costly emergency services. Inspired by these results, local leaders are working to scale up the supportive housing approach. The Idaho Community Foundation has initiated the Supportive Housing Investment Fund to sustain and expand these vital services.