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Cairn Point Montopolis Impactful, Permanent Supportive Housing Serving Older Adults Groundbreaking: June 18th, 2025 Today's Presenter Dr. Aaron Alarcon Chief Executive Officer Family Eldercare, Inc. Cairn Point Montopolis is not only a solution to housing—it’s a community for connection where all are welcome. Team • Founded in 1982 to support the family’s role as caregiver for frail elders • Soon expanded services to prevent abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of elders & adults with disabilities • Today, FEC serves more than 16,000 clients in ATX Our mission: We provide services that promote dignity and stability for older adults and people with disabilities. The Need Helping solve homelessness for older adults in Central Texas… Unhoused people over the age of 55: Age 55 + 2023 • Unsheltered: 237 • Sheltered: 139 Total: 376 • Age 55 + 2025 • Unsheltered: 203 • Sheltered: 335 Total: 538 • These figures indicate that, even though the number of unsheltered older adults has decreased, the total number of unhoused individuals over the age of 55 has increased by 70%. This data comes from the Austin/Travis County PIT (Point in time) Demographics 2023-2025 The Need LGBTQ+ Older Adult population expected to grow from 1.1 million today to 7 million in 2030. 40% of them live below federal poverty line. 49% of them own their own home, compared to 65% in the general population. 48% of LGBTQ couples experience adverse treatment when seeking senior housing; trans individuals experience this at even higher rates 50% of the LGBTQ population live in some States with no laws prohibiting housing discrimination against them. * SAGE Site Map Back view of development 3 & 4 story new construction, 105,040 total sq ft • 1- and 2-Bed apartment mix 92 on site parking spaces 150 units: 65 of which set aside for Seniors with Chronic Homelessness. 10 of these units will be for veterans exiting homelessness. • Energy star appliances, In-unit laundry • Achieves Austin Energy Green Building Latin for “rainbow”. It’s also the flower whose many colors each represent a unique persona. Very much as Austin, our residents, and their path together. sustainability goals • • • Unit Plans One Bed Two Bed Community Amenities • Furnished community room • Business center (level 3) • Furnished fitness center • Mail and Package areas • Free WiFi throughout community areas • Management & Service provider offices • Recycling service • Community laundry (levels 2 & 3) • Outdoor Bicycle parking • Secured entry / 24-hr camera Population & Services • Target Population: • Older adults (55 and older) and adults with disabilities exiting homelessness. • Low-income older adults (55 and older) and adults with disabilities. • Unit Allocation: 150 total units, 43% goes toward supportive housing vs 57% goes toward affordable housing. • Support Services: • Intensive Case Management with a 1:13 staff-to-client ratio for care coordination and housing stability services. • Shared spaces for skill-building, community programs, and engagement to foster a strong sense of belonging. • Accessibility: 10% of units designed for Accessibility, including Hearing and Visually impaired • Prime location: Cairn Point Montopolis is near a high-traffic bus route for easy access to community resources. Rainbow Connections ATX – Vision • LGBTQ+ artwork throughout the property • Onsite activities and programming: o Survey will go out to residents to gauge specific interests. (bingo, games, exercise, support groups etc.) o RCATX will have office space for a visual presence o Supportive space for all LGBTQ+ residents to feel welcome at home Fun Facts • This LGBTQ+ affirming development is the 3rd of its kind in the state of Texas and 23rd in the United States. • Family Eldercare is a member of Sage, the oldest organization that has served LGBTQ+ seniors since 1978. • Capital Stack closed on Thursday, June 5th. Fun Facts • This development will be Family Eldercare’s third affordable housing project for older adults and adults with disabilities: ➢ Lyon Gardens: a 54-unit affordable housing community serving East Austin since 2003, offering Case Management, Servicer Coordination and Healthy Connection activities. ➢ Pecan Gardens: a 78-unit Permanent Supportive Housing community located in North Austin, targeting older adults (55+) exiting homelessness, offering Intensive Case Management, Service Coordination, Mental Health services, Health Connection activities, Food Pantry, Clinic managed by UT School of Nursing, and more. Meet Jane…. Welcome Home! Timeline Jan 2024 Texas LIHTC Application June 2025 Official Groundbreaking Ceremony May 2027 Construction Finished / Construction Finished / Resident Move-In Resident Move-In Coordination of Property Mgmt., lease up and Supportive Services June 2026 Funding Partners Thank you. Q & A