About Century Villages at Cabrillo
Century Villages at Cabrillo (CVC) is a 27-acre supportive housing community in Long Beach, home to over 1,500 residents, including Veterans, families, and individuals with special needs. CVC offers both permanent and transitional housing, complemented by a network of services and amenities provided by a range of collaborators.
Established in 1997, CVC transformed a former Naval housing base near the Port of Long Beach into a thriving community. By bringing together service providers, many of whom operate directly on-site, CVC leverages a collective impact approach to break the cycle of homelessness for its residents. (Collective impact is a framework where organizations from different sectors work together towards a common goal.) As the backbone organization, CVC serves as the steward, manager, and coordinator of the Villages community.
CVC is a nonprofit affiliate of Century Housing, a group dedicated to financing, developing, and managing quality affordable housing across California.
A Place to Call Home
Century Villages at Cabrillo offers diverse housing options and supportive services. Residents have access to permanent and transitional housing tailored for Veterans, families, and individuals with special needs, many of whom have experienced homelessness. The campus features community gardens, fitness centers, and programs for all ages, including yoga, cooking classes, and youth camps. CVC’s collaborative network of on-site service providers ensures comprehensive support, fostering a vibrant, engaged community that empowers residents to achieve greater independence and self-sufficiency.
Supportive Services
Century Oasis Residential Services provides on-site support for residents in collaboration with partner agencies. Our integrated approach to voluntary services helps residents maintain housing stability, improve health, increase financial stability, advance skills and education, and engage in meaningful activities.
Resident Engagement Opportunities
We actively involve residents in our community development efforts, ensuring they have a voice in decision-making for the Villages. Through community meetings and leadership opportunities, we foster resident engagement and participation. Additionally, we regularly organize events, including after-school activities and holiday festivals, to enhance residents’ lives and strengthen our community.
Reliable Property Management
Our on-site property management team ensures that CVC residents have a safe, clean, and beautiful environment to call home. By providing security and maintaining high-quality surroundings, we enhance residents’ quality of life and offer the stability they need to pursue their goals. Our team is trained to address residents’ specific needs, fostering a community they are proud to live in.
Villages at Cabrillo Collaborative
Century convenes the Villages at Cabrillo Collaborative (VACC), a group of 11 on-site partners and numerous off-site partners that serve as a leadership advisory body for the entire community. Partners include:
History of the Villages
The roots of CVC and our community lie with the Tongva people, the original inhabitants of this land who had villages in present-day Long Beach. CVC strives to honor this legacy of community-building, fostering a sense of belonging for all residents.
Social Impact Report
CVC’s annual Social Impact Report captures the aggregate outcomes occurring at the Villages across our rich network of more than 20 partner agencies.
Awards
2019 LABC Community Impact Award
For Century Housing’s efforts in Alleviating LA County’s Housing Crisis.
2018 NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Award
For Anchor Place for Best Affordable Apartment Community (Over 100 Units).
2019 Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition
Charles Edson Tax Credit Excellence Award for Anchor Place for Metropolitan Housing (population more than 300,000).
2019 AIA HUD Secretary Award
In recognition of design excellence, including sustainability, affordability, innova- tion, integration of natural and built contexts, and satisfaction of specific client needs.
CVC in the News
- Century Villages at Cabrillo announces new executive director | Aug. 22, 2023
- Century Villages, United Cambodian Community receive St. Mary community health grants | March 4, 2023
- Plan to redevelop Long Beach’s Century Villages at Cabrillo moves forward | Feb. 6, 2023
- Century Housing Expands The Century Villages at Cabrillo with The Cove, 90 New Supportive Apartment Homes for Veterans and Families in Long Beach | Aug. 17, 2022