The effort stood out for its proposed solutions to a systemic and complex issue involving multiple ecological levels of a community, the number and variety of organizations involved, and the ongoing nature of th
"Service Integration to Reduce Homelessness in Los Angeles County: Multiple Stakeholder Perspectives," Human Service Organizations: Management, Leadership & Governance, 38, 44-54.Guerrero EG, Henwood B, Wenzel S. Service integration to reduce homelessness in Los Angeles County: multiple stakeholders’...
Kansas City's homeless prevention coordinator is working to direct churches, aid organizations and shelters to align their resources in an effort to get people a place to stay while supporting their needs. 6H ago Inside fight to end homelessness in Kansas City The number of homeless people ...
In-depth interviewsCommunity healthRoot causesThematic analysisMental healthEven with the increased prevalence of homelessness in the US, there is limited research that investigates circumstances that can lead to homelessness, especially in affluent communities in California. This lack of understanding, ...
In Los Angeles, leaders refuse to do the mundane yet vital work that will lead to successful homelessness programs: revamp hiring practices to speed recruitment; provide clear goals and expectations so employees and organizations know their mission; eliminate organizational silos focused on process ...
We put together a list of frequently asked questions about homelessness with the help of our Giving Partners, organizations and shelters who help us get our socks to those in need. Our hope is that these questions can help address curiosities, unpack preconceived notions, and start important, ...
Although city and county officials have necessarily put on hold many everyday concerns while they address the COVID-19 pandemic, the ongoing plight of homelessness still demands attention. Outreach organizations have worked to address the immediate needs of the country’s homeless population—distributi...
These individuals have been targeted as candidates for social aid, but this was primarily provided by churches and other care organizations. However, in the past thirty years the homeless population has increased almost exponentially in numbers. While the cause of this is undetermined, it is quite...
Businesses can offer employment opportunities and vocational training to help homeless individuals gradually return to the workforce, rebuilding their self-esteem and confidence. Nonprofit organizations can provide various social services, such as food assistance, legal counseling and medical services, to hel...
Health care providers don’t know what organizations to partner with in order to get housing built, or how to enter their clients’ information into the state’s homelessness data system. Housing providers don’t know how to navigate strict patient privacy laws. The Terner ...