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Improving gap Last checked Sep 19, 2026
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St. Mary’s defines its work around pathways out of homelessness
St. Mary’s describes its core outcomes as safe and stable housing, physical and mental wellbeing, education and employment, and permanent connections, with services intended to support movement toward independence and self-sufficiency.
Stockton developed additional homelessness-response options beyond current operations
City staff reported that Stockton had completed cost estimates and operational frameworks for additional homelessness responses, including a safe camping site, expansion of current operations, and a tiny-homes complex.
St. Mary’s celebrated the opening of Pathways Neighborhood with 268 beds
St. Mary’s Community Services held a June 17 open house for Pathways Neighborhood, an $18 million modular transitional-housing project reported to provide 268 beds plus on-site supportive services intended to help residents move toward permanent housing.
Stockton continued to identify homelessness as a major city challenge in 2026
At the 2026 State of the City, local leaders highlighted the Zeiter Navigation Center as a city asset while also acknowledging homelessness as one of Stockton’s continuing major challenges.
Stockton allocated $1.244 million for Pathways Neighborhood operations
The Stockton City Council approved $1.244 million in HHAP funding for St. Mary’s Pathways operations, with the project focused on low-barrier shelter, case management, wraparound services, and obtaining and sustaining permanent housing.