We strive to solve all forms of homelessness in Western Connecticut.
Our Regions
The Opening Doors Initiative is made up of Opening Doors Fairfield County (ODFC) and the Northwest Connecticut Coordinated Access Network. We provide dedicated staff and administrative support to align, coordinate, and measure the impact of individual partners like shelters, landlords, and social service providers.
In collaboration with
112
partners in our collective
impact network
In collaboration with
53
partners in our collective
impact network
ODI Strategic Focus
The work of ODI is built around the five major themes outlined in the federal Opening Doors strategic plan to end homelessness:
developing leadership & greater collaboration in our sector
increasing access to stable and affordable housing
increasing economic security
improving access to healthcare
Retooling the homeless crisis response system.
These broad themes inform ODI’s place-based work, provide a consistent framework for regional collaboration grounded in national best practices, and strategically align Western CT’s regional homeless emergency response systems with critical public resources.
