Upper Valley Haven’s Post

Diversion 🤝 Problem Solving Diversion is an intervention that is currently expanded systemwide. These specialists work closely with newly unhoused individuals and families to immediately access safe alternative housing options. This could mean staying with friends or family. In other cases, this could mean a negotiated return to their prior housing situation. Ultimately, the goal is to free up shelter beds and help individuals and families avoid the trauma of prolonged stays in homelessness. #Endhomelessness #Diversion #AllNeighborsCoalition #HousingForward

As housing insecurity, homelessness, and income inequality have become a greater part of our day to day conversations. We have started to see our local leaders begin to take homelessness very seriously and begin to enact more policies aimed at alleviating this crisis. We have been keeping a close eye on the Mixed-Income Housing Ordinance which is one step in the right direction to tackle the housing insecurity issue. With the Mixed-Income Housing Ordinance, our city is stepping up, requiring residential projects to contribute to affordable housing. This means more homes at prices that low-income families can afford, whether through renting or owning. It's a big move towards addressing our housing crisis, ensuring a range of income levels and family types have a place in our community. Follow us for more on the homelessness crisis in Sacramento as we will continue to highlight resources, initiatives and local stories. #RingOfDemocracy #Housing #Homelessness #Sacramento #theringofdemocracy #local #SacramentoCounty #CityofSacramento

Did you know that 70% of families who enter transitional housing successfully move into permanent homes? Transitional housing programs offer essential support, from job training to counseling, helping break the cycle of homelessness. (Source: National Alliance to End Homelessness, 2023) #WorldHomelessDay, #StarGospelMission, #EndHomelessness #10DaysTo1010 #HousingForAll #SupportAndEmpower #BrighterTogether #EverybodyDeservesAHome #CharlestonSC #TransitionalHousing

2024 NSW Street Count Results Highlight Growing Homelessness Crisis: 26% increase compared to 2023. On 13 February, Hume Housing participated in the annual statewide homelessness street count, coordinated by the NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ). The purpose of this initiative is to count the number of people sleeping rough across New South Wales. The 2024 NSW street count, which took place between 1 February and 1 March, covered over 400 towns and suburbs in 76 local government areas (LGAs) across the state. A total of 2,037 people were counted sleeping rough, a 26% increase compared to 2023. Over 300 local organisations were involved in planning or delivering street counts, including Community Housing Providers, local councils, Specialist Homelessness Services, Aboriginal organisations, Local Health Districts, community groups, and Police. The results of the annual street count help to better understand, address, and mitigate homelessness in our communities. They also help assess the effectiveness of interventions and identify areas where additional efforts may be needed. Thank you to all the partners for their dedication and commitment in providing crucial support to those experiencing homelessness. Read more about the 2024 NSW Statewide Street Count results in the technical paper below: https://lnkd.in/gvcr5crc #Homelessnessnsw #HousingCrisis #enoughisenough #CommunityHousing #SocialHousing

We are seeing more folks leave homelessness than ever, something we should be ✨ celebrating ✨ IF we weren't also seeing the inflow (up 24%) into homelessness grow. The biggest reason is fairly simple, which is America is STRUGGLING; 1/2 of us renters can't pay the rent. Of course more and more folks will become homeless and they will continue to become homeless because we are unwilling to do the Most Important Thing: Subsidize rents to what people earn. Until this glorious day we are going to have to work harder to keep as many folks as possible from losing their homes. Money solves problems and we need to make sure more folks have access to it. Prevention and Guaranteed Income are two proven strategies that work. There is nothing stopping us (really, it is up to us) from doing more of the right thing.

According to new research from Wilder, the lack of affordable housing is one of the greatest barriers Minnesotans facing homelessness have when trying to find stability. See more of their key takeaways at https://lnkd.in/gVX7kMut    Housing ends #homelessness. Our communities will be stronger when we have housing people at all incomes can afford. Amherst H. Wilder Foundation #endhomelessness #Minnesota #affordablehousing

Homelessness can be a presenting issue, but there are many root causes. It is not always a choice, and quite often being without a safe place to call home is only the tip of the iceberg. #Homeless #Homelessness #SafeHousing #UnderstandingHomelessness Join us: https://lnkd.in/gsjiMxDh The housing crisis demands our attention and action. #HousingForAll and #EndHomelessness are rallying cries for comprehensive solutions, while #AffordableHousingNow emphasizes the urgency of the situation. We must recognize that #HomeIsAHumanRight and work towards #HousingJustice for all members of our society. As we seek #ShelterSolutions, let's remember that #EveryoneDeservesAHome, regardless of their circumstances. To achieve this, we need to #BuildCommunitiesNotBarriers, fostering inclusive neighborhoods that welcome all. The #HousingFirstApproach has shown promising results in addressing homelessness by prioritizing stable housing as a foundation for addressing other issues. Finally, we must #UnlockHousingPotential by exploring innovative policies, designs, and funding models to create sustainable housing solutions for everyone.

One evidence-based solution to homelessness is rapid rehousing. This method supporting homeless individuals by getting them permanent housing so that they can better address other challenges they may be facing, like obtaining employment. The rapid rehousing solution acknowledges that the best way to end homelessness is by quickly connecting people to a home and services. #philadelphia #homelessnessawareness #endhomelessness #community #rapidrehousing

Defining homelessness isn't just about finding a place to sleep—it's about understanding complex federal housing categories. Our latest article breaks down the four types of homelessness defined by HUD and offers resources to help stabilize your clients' housing situations. https://hubs.li/Q02nHqXK0 #Homelessness #Housing #HU

Affordable housing plays a crucial role in addressing California's homeless crisis. It's a multifaceted issue that requires comprehensive solutions. Check out this article on California's homeless crisis. #californiahousing #housingcrisis https://lnkd.in/gvUcCVBW