San Diego County has officially opened a new overnight safe parking site in Grantville, marking a significant step in addressing homelessness in the area. The site will operate seven days a week, with clients able to arrive as early as 5:30 PM. Tonight marks the first night of operation, and scheduled intakes are already lined up.
The facility is fully staffed and equipped with essential services, including case managers available nightly to assist clients. A housing navigator will also be on-site to help individuals and families find suitable permanent housing options. The site is designed to accommodate a diverse range of households, from single individuals to families, including elderly residents supported by adult children.
In addition to housing navigation, the site will provide meal services, offering dinner each night and a continental breakfast in the morning. The primary goal is to connect clients back to permanent housing solutions, and officials anticipate that the site will reach capacity within days due to high demand.
The opening of this safe parking site is a collaborative effort aimed at providing immediate relief and support to those experiencing homelessness in San Diego County. As the community comes together to celebrate this initiative, the focus remains on creating pathways to stable housing for all residents.