Klamath Falls, Oregon – On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, The Klamath Tribes’ held opening ceremonies and a ribbon cutting to introduce their new Transitional Emergency Shelter (TES) dedicated to homeless Klamath Tribal Members. The TES program is owned by the Klamath Tribes, and operated by their Health Division – Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services – (KTHFS).
The pivotal role of the TES is within the broader framework of the Klamath Tribes Homeless Initiative, approved by the Tribe in 2021. Central to this initiative is the profound belief that tribal members affected by homelessness deserve enduring, compassionate solutions rooted in cultural values. These solutions are characterized by their commitment to consistency, encompassing both short- and long-term approaches, while being trauma-informed, unbiased, and focused on preserving dignity. Crucially, solutions aim to facilitate pathways toward the ultimate goal of self-sufficiency, and what is known by the Tribe as “Mo ben dic hos’Intemblek – To be in good health again.”
