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Shelter systems struggle to meet the needs of older unhoused adults and existing housing systems are not designed to support individuals who need assistance with activities of daily living or experience cognitive impairment. Existing community resources for seniors often have age limits that exclude those that could otherwise benefit based on functional need. The lack of adequate shelter, housing, and supportive services results in continued homelessness, and individuals often cycle through services that are not equipped to address their needs. This webinar will present an overview of factors impacting older adults experiencing homelessness and share strategies to support their housing needs.

This course provides practical tips and strategies to enable supportive housing tenants to age in place in supportive housing programs. As tenants age, their needs change. Adaptions and accommodations may be necessary to enable them to continue to live independently in housing. Trainers will explore how supportive housing providers can take a proactive role in planning to meet the changing needs of tenants as they age. Approaches to case management, the importance of building community-based partnerships and connections as well as methods to promote housing stability will be discussed.

FCCHO and Urban Institute present the first comprehensive look at affordable and accessible housing needs across CT, commissioned by the Department of Housing and Department of Social Services.