How Arvada is Addressing Homelessness

Send us Fan Mail We talk with Arvada’s homelessness manager, Lynette Badasarian, about how the City is addressing homelessness, including outreach, help with IDs, reunification, and transitional housing. We also break down common myths, share local data on homelessness, and explain how community members can support the network of partners doing this work every day. In this episode: Lynette’s role supporting her team of navigators, outreach, grants, budgets, and cross-department leadership Listen back to Inside Arvada episode 22 with homelessness case managers Hudson Janz and Alex Williams Progress update on the city's goal to help 65 people exit homelessness in 2026, with 47 exits so far How the City's homelessness team coordinates efforts with Arvada PD and the Parks Department to connect people to safer options and resources The City's transitional housing program at Suburban Studios and why readiness affects success rates How people can get support with homelessness, including basic needs and benefits, a day shelter, food assistance, health and medical, housing and navigation, and legal/judicial How you can help address homelessness, including donating through the Colorado Gives Foundation or providing supplies through our Amazon Wish List Answering some frequently asked questions about homelessness, such as what percentage of people 'choose to be homeless' Data from the 2026 Point In Time Count You can stay in touch by texting us using the link at the top of the episode or by emailing us at podcast@arvada.org. Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.