Public Health DepartmentPASADENA OUTREACH RESPONSE TEAM(PORT) OVERVIEWPasadena City CouncilAugust 28, 2023 Public Health DepartmentPORT MissionThe mission of the Pasadena Outreach Response Team (PORT) is to engage, assess, and link individuals experiencing chronic homelessness to resources and services that help them achieve their goals.
Public Health DepartmentBackground•The Pasadena Outreach Response Team (PORT) launched in 2019 by the Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) and the Pasadena Fire Department (PFD), in partnership with Union Station Homeless Services. •In 2021, the City Expanded the program to add an additional PORT team•In 2023, PORT was awarded a grant through the California Board of State Community Corrections (BSCC) to serve justice involved individuals. >Through this grant, PORT contracted with Huntington Health (HH) to add a Registered Nurse on the team.
Public Health DepartmentPORT Structure
Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD)•Program Coordinator •Case Manager Pasadena Fire Department•Fire Fighter Union Station Homeless Services (USHS)•Peer-Outreach Navigator Huntington Health (HH) •Registered Nurse Public Health DepartmentPORT Services•PORT responds to calls for service with a Fire Fighter and Case Manager•Respond to Police dispatch calls for service, reducing need for law enforcement response•Intensive Case Management for enrolled program participants•Field-based outreach and health assessments•Provide or facilitate transportation to essential appointments for clients•Provide Housing Navigation and Move-in Assistance
Public Health DepartmentPORT and HOPEHomeless Outreach- Psychiatric Evaluation (HOPE) Team is operated by the Pasadena Police Department and LA County DMH. PORT works collaboratively with HOPE, but the program services are distinct.PORTProactive OutreachOngoing Case ManagementHousing NavigationField-base health assessment and connection to servicesHOPEEnforcementShort term engagementProvide referralsPsychiatric evaluations Public Health DepartmentPORT Approach
Maintain Partnerships Build Trust Provide Services
Public Health DepartmentPORT Impact: By the NumbersJuly 2019 - July 2023•4,470 Encounters Made•1,044Responses to Dispatch Calls •248Total Enrolled Participants•71Clients Placed in Housing•108Enrolled in a Detox or Rehab Program•488Transports to Clinical Appointments (Medical, Dental, Mental Health) •177Field-Based Assessments Completed
Public Health DepartmentPORT’s Impact: Stories
Public Health DepartmentPORT Funding Sources1.PORT 1:Partial funding secured through June 2026 via Prop 472.PORT 2:Fully funded through June 2024Grant Name Description Funder TermAmerican Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)The City of Pasadena allocated ARPA funding to establish a second PORT team in July 2021. Federal GovernmentJuly 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024Congressional Directive SpendingProvide field-based supports to people experiencing homelessness. Federal Government, administered by SAMSHAOctober 1, 2023 to September 30, 2024Prop 47Justice involved PORT clients, aimed to reduce recidivism by increasing access to substance and Mental health treatment. California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC)September 1, 2022 to June 1, 2026 Public Health DepartmentMake a ReferralGeneral Line: 626.604.6693Field hours of operation:Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5 pm Public Health DepartmentPPHD Partner ProgramsWho They Serve:>TAY: 18-24>GEM: Age 60+>Experiencing or at risk of homelessness>Pasadena/Surrounding neighborhoodsServices Provided:>Shower services>Laundry Services>Food services>Clothing >Housing Navigation>Case Management GEM Link and TAY LinkLocated at Bethel Church: >1972 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena CA 91103>(626) 744-7200