No we need innovation, radical change, not a bandaid: Homeless authority: Mend it, don't end it | savannahnow.com

Reblogged from Homelessness in Savannah, Stories for Learning:

A civilized and humane society doesn’t look the other way. Yet public and private funds available to help homeless people are limited. Plus, this population is tough to serve. It includes people suffering from mental illnesses and addiction, along with those who lost jobs and lack the skills to get new ones.

Solutions are difficult and complex. A coordinated effort among area service agencies is necessary to squeeze the most out of every dollar, reduce duplication and get results.

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Housing First is our innovation for ending homelessness in Savannah, outside the CSAH approaches from their CoC partners!

2 thoughts on “No we need innovation, radical change, not a bandaid: Homeless authority: Mend it, don't end it | savannahnow.com

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