San José Family Shelter

 

 
 
       
This former warehouse, located in an industrial area of the City, now serves as homes to 36 homeless families. With on-site child care, a Head Start Program, and access to employment training at the adjacent Center for Employment Training, the Family Shelter provides the base for families to get back on their feet and into permanent housing.  
       
       
Completed:   1988-98  
Location:   1590 Las Plumas @ Nipper Avenue  
Unit Mix:   36 VLI units  
Unit per Acre:   N/A  
Developer:   Concern for the Poor  
Architect:   Ruth & Going, Inc.  
General Contractor:   Page Construction  
Property Manager:   Concern for the Poor  
Financing:   City of San José - $1,761,590  
    Other Partners - $896,744  
 
Total Funding:   $2,658,334