With the LRC’s closure on April 30, we want to share updates about available resources and the City’s ongoing role in homelessness related efforts. The City’s direct provision of shelter, resource center services, and inclement weather support ended on April 30.
Background
Loveland was previously the only city in Colorado to directly own and operate daily and overnight shelter services. From the beginning, the City managed the Loveland Resource Center (LRC) as a temporary measure. In September 2025, we announced that we could no longer continue this work alone. Long-term homelessness services are not something cities are equipped to operate.
We remain committed to partnership. For more than nine months, the City has worked with nonprofits, faith organizations, businesses, residents, medical providers, and law enforcement to build a community driven approach focused on prevention, including affordable housing. Homelessness is a community issue that requires community-based solutions.
Local and Regional Resources
Over the past several months, LRC staff and community partners have focused on supporting people experiencing homelessness who regularly rely on these services.
A brochure of Loveland and Northern Colorado Community Resources is being distributed to those in need. It includes:
- Longer term and family focused shelter programs
- Outreach and support services such as Loveland Outreach, Homeward Alliance, and House of Neighborly Services, as well as available services at the Life Center
- Medical, and behavioral health resources
Temporary Support for the Street Outreach & Housing Placement Manager Position
Participation in the Coordinated Assessment and Housing Placement System (CAHPS) is essential because it provides the most effective path to housing for people experiencing chronic homelessness.
To maintain consistent representation for Loveland residents, the Community Partnership Office has contracted with the North Colorado Health Alliance to engage a former experienced shelter staff member as Loveland’s CAHPS representative for six months. This person will also support the new Street Outreach team and help build their advocacy skills.
Maintaining a steady Loveland presence in CAHPS will support relationships with residents previously served at the LRC and help ensure individuals do not fall through gaps in the housing placement system.
Ad Hoc Community Homelessness Transition Committee
Based on feedback gathered, Loveland City Council adopted Ordinance 6823 on Tuesday, March 24, establishing a temporary, one-year ad hoc Community Homelessness Transition Committee. The five-member committee includes representatives from various City boards and commissions. Its purpose is to bring together nonprofit and faith-based partners, assess their ideas and capacity, and recommend how the City should support community led efforts as it steps away from directly operating shelter services.
Stay Informed
For future updates, head to lovgov.org/homelessness to see the latest news and FAQs.
