SAN FRANCISCO (BCN) – The city has acquired two buildings that house people with mental illness and substance abuse.
The buildings – 1140-1142 Florida Street in Mission and 139-145 Dore Street in the South of Market neighborhood – are being converted into cooperative housing for 26 adults as part of the city’s Cooperative Living for Mental Health Program.
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The Florida Street building will accommodate 8 adults in separate bedrooms, with access to communal kitchens, bathrooms and a large garden.
The building on Dore Street will consist of six three-bedroom apartments that can accommodate 18 adults. City officials said Conard House will provide services and case management to residents to ensure successful lives in their new homes.
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Mayor London Breed announced the takeover in a press release on Friday.
“These buildings are part of our long-term strategy to transform the way we support people with mental health problems and drug problems,” said Breed. “We’re focused on a whole range of solutions that cover everything from improving roadwork to providing safe, supportive housing for our most vulnerable residents. All of this is part of our commitment to making San Francisco a safer, healthier place for everyone. “
No schedule was given as to when the buildings would be available for new residents. The city council plans to add a total of 140 beds by the end of 2021.
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