
Lassen County will be conducting its annual Point-in-Time Count of homelessness from across the county beginning today, January 23rd in Westwood, and continuing to other areas of the county over the next seven days. The PIT Count is a one-day snapshot of individuals experiencing homelessness in the county.
The data collected during the PIT Count helps local agencies and organizations better understand the needs of the homeless population and allocate resources effectively. Volunteers will be stationed at various locations throughout the county, including Westwood, Herlong, Doyle, Bieber, Ravendale, Likely, Madeline and Termo, to conduct brief surveys and gather information from individuals experiencing homelessness. Â
The PIT Count is an important tool for to get an understanding of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness in Lassen County. The data collected will help agencies to develop and implement strategies to address the root causes of homelessness and provide the necessary support services.
Individuals experiencing homelessness are encouraged to participate in the PIT Count. Volunteers will be available to answer questions and provide assistance.
The Point-in-Time Count is a federally mandated count of sheltered and unsheltered homeless individuals on a single night in January. The data collected is used to inform policy decisions and resource allocation at the local, state, and federal levels. Â
2025 Point-in-Time Count Locations & Dates:
Westwood: Family Resource Center, 125 Birch Street – January 23rd, 1:00 to 4:00p.m.
Herlong/Doyle: Family Resource Center, 1223 Sierra Street – January 27th, 1:00 to 4:00p.m.
Bieber: Big Valley Wellness Center, 125 Hwy 299 E. – January 29th, 10:00a.m. to 2:00p.m.
Spaulding: Community Center, 502-907 Mahogany Way – January 30th, 1:00 to 4:00p.m.
Ravendale/Likely/Madeline/Termo: Ravendale Elementary School, 709-855 Grasshopper Rd. – January 31st, 1:30 to 4:00p.m.
For more information about the 2025 PIT Count, please contact Nicole or Krystal at 1.530. 251.8316 or 1.530.251.2751.