Just Seniors
Since 2006, Justa Center has solely focused on older adults experiencing homelessness.
In the first five years, the average age of a senior experiencing homelessness was 57.
Today, the average age has gradually risen to 65, primarily because more seniors over the age of 70 are experiencing homelessness for the first time.
Our extensive hands-on experience has shaped our approach to addressing the diverse needs of seniors. We recognize the necessity for a heightened level of response. We firmly believe in a comprehensive approach that caters to the unique needs of aging adults, acknowledging the entirety of their being rather than just their current status. By collaborating, we develop personalized plans aimed at achieving optimal outcomes.
A WHOLE PERSON SYSTEM OF CARE
Until recently, initiatives aimed at enhancing the well-being of Americans were concentrated on broadening the availability of high-quality healthcare. Similarly, strategies to eradicate homelessness have centered on employment, addiction, and mental health services.
However, personal stability hinges on more than just healthcare; it encompasses various factors, known as the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH).
By collaborating with programs and partners dedicated to addressing each of these factors, we enhance seniors' chances of returning to and sustaining housing, allowing them to age comfortably in place.