The Heart of Homeless Services: Street Outreach & Direct Support
At the core of our mission lies a simple but powerful truth: real change begins with real connection. For individuals experiencing homelessness, trust and stability can be distant memories. That’s where Street Outreach and direct support are important—not just as services, but as lifelines to our unhoused community.
Threshold CoC’s Street Outreach team is on the ground meeting people where they are—in encampments, on sidewalks, under bridges, and in alleyways. Our team provides basic necessities such as water, snacks, and hygiene supplies while also building relationships rooted in dignity and trust. These small yet vital acts open the door to deeper engagement and allow us to connect folx to long term support.
Direct support follows close behind. Whether it's helping someone obtain an ID, access medical care, or navigate the complex process of getting housed, this hands-on approach ensures no one is left behind simply because the system is hard to navigate. We walk alongside each person, offering consistent, compassionate guidance.
In addition to providing direct support to the unhoused community, our street outreach team helps carry out our bi-annual PIT Counts. Data collected from PIT Counts helps our Continuum of Care equitably distribute resources.
Street Outreach isn’t a one-time visit; it’s an ongoing commitment. It's the start of a bridge toward safety, stability, and permanent housing. And every act of kindness helps strengthen that connection.
We can’t do this work alone. You can help build these connections. No matter how much, every financial donation helps us fund critical Street Outreach and direct support. You can also make an impact by purchasing essential supplies to be distributed during our July PIT Count from our Amazon Wish List.
Together, through Street Outreach, direct support, and your generosity, we can help individuals experiencing homelessness take their first steps toward a safer, more stable future.