Tent City Lakewood: An Affordable Housing Solution for the Denver Metro Area

Are you looking for an affordable housing option in the Denver metro area? Look no further than Tent City Lakewood. This innovative housing model provides safe, secure, and affordable shelter for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Tent City Lakewood has been recognized by the National Alliance to End Homelessness and the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless for its success in providing a pathway out of homelessness. Since its inception in 2016, Tent City Lakewood has helped over 1,000 people find permanent housing.

Benefits of Tent City Lakewood

Affordable housing: Tent City Lakewood offers housing for as low as $250 per month.

Safe and secure environment: The community is patrolled by security guards 24/7, and residents are provided with lockers for their belongings.

Support services: Tent City Lakewood offers a variety of support services, including case management, job training, and mental health counseling.

Path to permanent housing: Tent City Lakewood works with residents to develop a plan for finding permanent housing.

Benefit	Description
Affordable housing	Housing for as low as $250 per month
Safe and secure environment	24/7 security and lockers for belongings
Support services	Case management, job training, and mental health counseling
Path to permanent housing	Help with developing a plan for finding permanent housing

How to Apply for Tent City Lakewood

To apply for Tent City Lakewood, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Be 18 years of age or older

Be experiencing homelessness

Have a valid photo ID

Be willing to participate in support services

To apply, please visit the Tent City Lakewood website or call (303) 866-2345.

Stories from Tent City Lakewood

Story 1:

John was living on the streets of Denver when he heard about Tent City Lakewood. He was drawn to the community's sense of safety and support. John applied for Tent City Lakewood and was accepted into the program. With the help of the staff at Tent City Lakewood, John found a job and saved enough money to move into his own apartment.

Benefit: Tent City Lakewood provides a safe and supportive environment where residents can work towards their goals.

How to: Apply for Tent City Lakewood and participate in the support services offered.

Getting Started with Tent City Lakewood

Getting started with Tent City Lakewood is easy. Simply visit the website or call (303) 866-2345. The staff at Tent City Lakewood will be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you get started with the application process.

Pros and Cons of Tent City Lakewood

Pros:

Affordable housing: Tent City Lakewood offers housing for as low as $250 per month.

Safe and secure environment: The community is patrolled by security guards 24/7, and residents are provided with lockers for their belongings.

Support services: Tent City Lakewood offers a variety of support services, including case management, job training, and mental health counseling.

Path to permanent housing: Tent City Lakewood works with residents to develop a plan for finding permanent housing.

Cons:

Limited availability: Tent City Lakewood has a limited number of beds available, and there is often a waiting list.

Temporary housing: Tent City Lakewood is intended to be a temporary housing option. Residents are expected to work towards finding permanent housing within a year.

Pro	Description
Affordable housing	Housing for as low as $250 per month
Safe and secure environment	24/7 security and lockers for belongings
Support services	Case management, job training, and mental health counseling
Path to permanent housing	Help with developing a plan for finding permanent housing

Con	Description
Limited availability	Waiting list for available beds
Temporary housing	Residents expected to find permanent housing within a year

Tent City Lakewood: An Affordable Housing Solution for the Denver Metro Area