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Inslee Announces Washington’s COVID-19 Recovery Plan
Gov. Jay Inslee spoke directly to Washingtonians Tuesday evening to lay out his vision for the eventual safe return to public life amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Why Hospitals Are Housing the Homeless
Health systems are taking part in housing programs to improve their communities' health outcomes and costs.
Understanding Homelessness: What It Is and Isn’t
Homelessness happens when people do not have safe and secure places to live. While this definition may sound quite simple, the causes of homelessness are often complicated and varied. For example, some causes include a house fire, economic strife, the loss of a job, a medical emergency, rising rents, a death in the family, addiction,...
How no-fault evictions are contributing to LA's homeless crisis
In many American cities, tenants can be asked to leave their homes for no reason at all
What If the Key to Ending Homelessness Is Just That—a Key?
The radically ambitious strategy known as Housing First has been successful on a small scale; now it faces its toughest test.
Why I Chose to Become a Homeless Entrepreneur
Getting rid of things -- like a home -- can be a deeply energizing experience, giving you a sense of control and ownership over the direction of your life
ANDERSON: How can you fix homelessness?
“Fixing” homelessness is not easy, especially when people are unwilling to do what it will take. Ordinances that are anti-friendly are not the answer, housing is the only answer.
How I went from middle class to homeless
CNNMoney profiles people who went from middle or lower middle class to homeless as they struggle to find permanent, full-time work.
Public Housing Provides Stability: ReThink Why Housing Matters
Having a place to live is a basic need for everyone. Yet, for some people it remains out of reach. Public housing serves approximately 2.2 million people acr...
3 Questions That Could Change The World from Kid President
It’s time for SOCKTOBER! Help us activate 2 million people to help their neighbors who are homeless as they prepare for winter! Find out more by watching and...
Public Housing Builds Communities: ReThink Why Housing Matters
Having a place to live is a basic need for everyone. Yet, for some people it remains out of reach. Public housing serves approximately 2.2 million people acr...
Here's More Proof That Criminalizing Homelessness Doesn't Work
“Don’t criminalize our existence. Treat us like humans.”
Can Coliving Help Solve the Urban Housing Crunch?
It’s been compared to dorms, fraternities, and the Real World house, but many investors also believe coliving is part of the future of urban living
Fixing Housing Is Key to Addressing Income Inequality
The number of households paying more than half their income on rent is rising
American Housing Policy’s Two Basic Ideas Pull Cities in Opposite Directions
Local governments can’t resist trying to make a home both a cheap purchase and a lucrative investment.
Where Should You Move for a Decent Job Market and Affordable Housing?
There are cities out there with decent job growth and affordable housing. They’re not on either coast.
Is Homelessness a Choice?
During the 10 years I have worked on homelessness and affordable housing, I have repeatedly heard the following refrain, “Society is…
UH study finds Housing First program improves quality of life for homeless
Key elements include overall improved physical and mental health with increased participation in the community and increased community support.
‘Housing First’ Pilot Shows How It Can Help Improve Health of NJ’s Homeless
Not having to worry about where to sleep makes it easier to stick to medication schedule, keep appointments, stay out of emergency room
Why richer states have larger homeless populations
