What are Micro-Communities?
In partnership with the City and County of Denver and the All in Mile High (House1000) initiative, CVC opened one of the first Micro-Communities in Denver in March 2024. Micro-Communities are small communities comprised of individual, hard-sided shelter and a community center. Micro-Communities serve people experiencing homelessness, providing safety, stability, and shelter during transitional times in a person’s life.
THE MODEL
Staffing & Services
On-site staffing 24/7
Securely locked gates with security cameras
3 Meals / Day, with at least one hot
On-site, internal Case management and Peer Support
Community center with restrooms, showers, and laundry
Pet runs and smoking areas
Site Upkeep
Site & neighborhood sanitation sweeps
Daily trash removal
Staff interior and exterior site walks
Community members responsible for upkeep of their space
Community clean-ups
Guidelines
Implemented quiet hours
Signed Use Agreement
Adherence to community standards and policies for public substance misuse, violence & weapons, etc.
Accountability
Trauma-informed accountability
Conflict resolution/de-escalation
Restorative accountability processes led by Site Managers
Enforcement of community Use Agreements & CVC policies
