The Tucson Pima Collaboration to End Homelessness (TPCH) stands in solidarity with the National Alliance to End Homelessness’ statements regarding recent Executive Orders and actions [endhomelessness.org]. We will continue to serve and acknowledge the existence of our immigrant families and our transgender and non-binary community members. These actions will increase disparities already experienced by these populations and could deter them from seeking out services. TPCH continues its ongoing commitment to serve our whole community in ending homelessness in Tucson and Pima County.
While many of the partners implementing work in TPCH are federally funded, leadership is community driven. Our work is embedded into the community and led by providers, system leaders, and most importantly, those who are impacted by housing insecurity. The work of the TPCH Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and the TPCH Lived Experience Council will continue, with equity at the center of our strategy for ending homelessness and achieving housing as a human right for all members of Pima County.
Operation Deep Freeze (ODF) is Tucson's winter severe-weather emergency shelter for people experiencing homelessness. ODF goes into effect when weather predictions are for overnight temperatures of 40°F or lower with rain, 35°F or lower without rain, or when wind chill factors indicate a health hazard from exposure. You do not need an ID or a TB card to participate in ODF.
