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How do we make the experience of homelessness short? Until we can tackle the root causes of homelessness, we will continue our vital work to make the experience brief. By supporting people to access housing quickly, we prevent prolonged rough sleeping and its harmful effects. Find out more about this key area of our work which support individuals into stable and safe housing: https://ow.ly/2xPz50SrSzl

Understanding the Challenges Faced by Homeless Individuals By Marc Rowley In addressing the profound issue of homelessness, it is essential to approach the subject with both a deep sense of empathy and a commitment to factual understanding. The following document, "Understanding the Challenges Faced by Homeless Individuals," serves as a crucial resource in shedding light on the complexities and realities of homelessness. As someone who is dedicated to helping homeless individuals, I have witnessed firsthand the multifaceted challenges faced by those living without a permanent residence. https://buff.ly/3Scxew8

"The independent evaluation of Project Roomkey is out, and the verdict is in. It worked. As has been widely reported in the media, California’s Project Roomkey successfully provided emergency housing to 62,000 people experiencing homelessness after COVID-19 took hold." Read more about Project Roomkey in the latest post on The CHCF Blog: https://lnkd.in/gTBYxCh2

🏠 Addressing homelessness is a moral imperative -- This week, I had the privilege of attending a legislative briefing at the RI state house, where the urgency of addressing homelessness was underscored by passionate advocates and representatives. A key takeaway was the undeniable strain felt across our state due to the rising number of unhoused individuals, regardless of income bracket. The ripple effects touch every aspect of our community, from increased pressure on essential services to the heartbreaking reality of families, including children, sleeping on the streets due to insufficient shelter beds. The message was clear: housing is a basic right, and it's imperative that we invest in solutions now. Every budget cut has a human impact, hindering the progress we've worked so hard to achieve. Let's not falter in our efforts. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that every member of our community has a place to call home. #EndHomelessness #CommunitySupport #InvestInHousing 🏡✨ View the briefing here: https://lnkd.in/eH9YEK6X

As the biting cold of winter descends upon us, the harsh reality of homelessness becomes even more pronounced. While media often captures the stark image of individuals sleeping on the streets, the face of family homelessness is often concealed, earning it the term “hidden homelessness.” In Calgary, where frigid temperatures are a common occurrence, families facing housing instability endure unique challenges during the winter cold snap. In Calgary, where frigid temperatures are a common occurrence, families facing housing instability endure unique challenges during the winter cold snap. Read our new blog post to learn more about how the cold exacerbates family homelessness https://lnkd.in/gxKY6evj

We have heard from those impacted by inadequate housing and homelessness. Our 2023-2024 Annual Report details our actions addressing the housing crisis, key issues and recommendations for lasting change to ensure everyone's right to housing. Full report: https://bit.ly/454TUEL

Pathlight HOME follows the Housing First approach, a proven model for addressing homelessness by prioritizing access to permanent, stable housing. Once housed, individuals can take advantage of wrap-around services to help support housing stability, employment, and recovery. This approach, compared with the Treatment First model, offers greater long-term housing stability, especially among people experiencing chronic homelessness. Learn more about our mission to end homelessness at https://lnkd.in/eZ4kTvkG.

This is your daily reminder that homelessness is not inevitable. It can be ended. Join us in taking action and building a future free from homelessness. Sign our open letter urging politicians to make ending homelessness a society-wide mission for the next decade 👉 https://bit.ly/48xMOJ0

Homelessness is one of the most pressing issues facing the country, and without drastic action things are only going to get worse. Our latest blog, "A chance to end homelessness - Glass Door’s Election Asks", spotlights: 💡 How rough sleeping is just the tip of the iceberg 💡 The work that Glass Door delivers to support people experiencing or at risk of homelessness 💡 Our top three asks of the next government, underpinned by data and insights from our front-line services Head to our website to give it a read: https://lnkd.in/ecT2CbFx

Prevent Homelessness Before it Starts! For the first time in over 10 years, Alameda County has seen a reduction in the number of people experiencing homelessness! BACS is providing permanent housing, rapid re-housing, housing navigation, and more. Today, we want to highlight one major initiative that is expanding through the Bay Area: preventing homelessness before it starts through Keep People Housed. Results: Over 8,500 people received emergency financial assistance & support services since 2018 92% remained housed 6 months later! How it works: Points-based prioritization system identifies those most at risk Emergency financial assistance (avg $5,400-$8,150) Case management & wraparound services   Want to get involved? https://lnkd.in/gpypNz3T    #HomelessnessPrevention #KeepPeopleHoused #KeepOaklandHoused #SupportiveServices #HousingIsKey #WhateverItTakes