Tulare CARES emergency shelter opening
Summary
The 20,000-square-foot Tulare CARES shelter opens August 24, moving people out of the railroad-track encampment into a phased program with case management, on-site classes, and family and domestic violence accommodations. Twelve former encampment residents were hired on staff.
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Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unhoused individuals and families throughout Tulare County gain a 24-hour shelter with a path to permanent housing.
Registered sex offenders cannot be admitted due to the family focus, though referrals to the Lighthouse Rescue Mission are offered.
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