Homelessness in the United States

Jericho Project Launches New Family Housing Program to End and Prevent Homelessness

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

"As New York re-opens, we must address the tragedy of family homelessness and enable families to rebuild their lives.

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  • "As New York re-opens, we must address the tragedy of family homelessness and enable families to rebuild their lives.
  • Jericho Project is providing vulnerable families with supportive housing that is proven to be the best long-term solution to homelessness in our city.
  • Jericho Project empowers individuals and families experiencing homelessness or economic insecurity by providing housing and person-centered services to transform lives and address social inequities.
  • For 38 years, Jericho has provided supportive housing and counseling services to thousands of individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.

First Annual Agape Ascend Award Held in Washington, D.C.

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

WASHINGTON, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On this evening set at the glorious Florida House, the first event held on-site since the onset of the pandemic, an esteemed group of bipartisan members of Congress hosted the first annual Agape Ascend Award reception.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On this evening set at the glorious Florida House, the first event held on-site since the onset of the pandemic, an esteemed group of bipartisan members of Congress hosted the first annual Agape Ascend Award reception.
  • Vicki Lopez, a consultant for Agape, spoke about Agape's life-saving work directed towards women and children.She introduced Maureen Lewis, this year's recipient of the first Agape Ascend Award, who is a graduate of Agape, having successfully completed the program in 2006.Since then, she has worked at Agape as the Peer Specialist, lending her personal experience with the residents during residential treatment and thereafter.
  • She attributes her sobriety and being alive to the Agape program and in her faith in God.
  • To learn more about Agape, please contact Claudio Perez at [email protected] or (305) 694-4040.

The MolinaCares Accord Supports Make-A-Day Foundation’s Mobile Kitchen Serving the Hungry in Columbus

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

The MolinaCares Accord (MolinaCares) , in collaboration with Molina Healthcare of Ohio (Molina) , donated $65,000 in support of the Make-A-Day Foundations Mobile Kitchen, a van equipped to prepare and deliver hot meals to individuals experiencing homelessness in the Columbus area.

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  • The MolinaCares Accord (MolinaCares) , in collaboration with Molina Healthcare of Ohio (Molina) , donated $65,000 in support of the Make-A-Day Foundations Mobile Kitchen, a van equipped to prepare and deliver hot meals to individuals experiencing homelessness in the Columbus area.
  • The mobile kitchen is part of the Make-A-Day Foundations Community Opportunity & Appreciation Team Mobile Outreach Program, which connects homeless and marginalized people to comprehensive health, behavioral health, and human services resources.
  • We are pleased to offer this support and help tackle existing health disparities in the Columbus metro area.
  • Our partnership with Molina for mobile outreach connects our most disconnected neighbors to their community and its resources in a holistic way.

Invisible People and High-Tone Entertainment Release Short Film 'MOBILE' Spotlighting Homelessness in America

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Monday, July 12, 2021

Produced in partnership with High-Toned Entertainment, MOBILE is a short film, based on true life events, that tells the story of a growing population forced into mobile homelessness throughout Southern California.

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  • Produced in partnership with High-Toned Entertainment, MOBILE is a short film, based on true life events, that tells the story of a growing population forced into mobile homelessness throughout Southern California.
  • Using creative ways to raise awareness about homelessness in America, Invisible People has nearly 1M YouTube subscribers and 130M views generated on the platform.
  • MOBILE is a short film based on true life events that tells the story of a growing population forced into mobile homelessness.
  • Invisible People is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to educating the public about homelessness through innovative storytelling, news and advocacy.

Homelessness is a Healthcare Issue: New Medical Group Will Treat Southern California Homeless Seniors

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Thursday, July 8, 2021

The new medical group will serve SCAN Health Plan members as well as members of other health plans.

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  • The new medical group will serve SCAN Health Plan members as well as members of other health plans.
  • Homelessness among older adults is a healthcare tragedy unfolding on the streets of our communities every night, said Dr. Sachin Jain, president and CEO of SCAN Group and SCAN Health Plan.
  • Oftentimes, healthcare problems cause homelessness and homelessness can exacerbate healthcare problems and make it harder for people to get back on their feet.
  • In a recent article in Forbes , Dr. Jain defined homelessness as a healthcare problem and laid out his vision for a new medical group dedicated to providing comprehensive care to homeless adults.

We can solve the homeless crisis. Here’s how.

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Friday, July 2, 2021

People become homeless for many reasons and those reasons are usually beyond their control.

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  • People become homeless for many reasons and those reasons are usually beyond their control.
  • No matter the cause of homelessness, there must be a support structure in place that helps people lift themselves out of it.
  • Dr. Nealon has spent her career ensuring that underserved populations receive the mental health care they need.
  • The Chicago School is also a proud affiliate of TCS , a nonprofit system of colleges advancing student success and community impact.

Millions in grants awarded to organizations in Maryland to aid in curbing veteran homelessness

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

More than 260 organizations nationwide received SSVF grants.

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  • More than 260 organizations nationwide received SSVF grants.
  • "Supportive Services for Veteran Families is a key tool to promote housing stability among our most economically vulnerable veterans and their families," said Jonathan R. Eckman, PE, director of the VA Maryland Health Care System.
  • As a result of these and other efforts, veteran homelessness is down significantly since the launch of the Federal Strategic Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness in 2010.
  • It costs nothing for veterans to enroll for health care with the VA Maryland Health Care System and it could be one of the more important things a veteran can do.

Kiddie Academy® partners with Family Promise to observe 'Night Without a Bed' event

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Kiddie Academy began its philanthropic partnership with Family Promise in January to help the organization further its mission of empowering families experiencing homelessness.

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  • Kiddie Academy began its philanthropic partnership with Family Promise in January to help the organization further its mission of empowering families experiencing homelessness.
  • "Taking action to help end family homelessness is near and dear to our hearts here at Kiddie Academy," said CEO Greg Helwig.
  • Kiddie Academy provided an initial gift of $25,000 and will launch philanthropic programs with Family Promise.
  • We are most grateful to Kiddie Academy for partnering with us on this event," said Claas Ehlers, Family Promise CEO.

The Shoebox Project Celebrates 10 Years with 10 Celebrity Curated Gift Shoeboxes to Support Women Affected by Homelessness

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

LOS ANGELES, June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Timing with their 10 year anniversary, charitable organization The Shoebox Project is partnering with 10 influential VIPS to support women affected by homelessness.

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  • LOS ANGELES, June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Timing with their 10 year anniversary, charitable organization The Shoebox Project is partnering with 10 influential VIPS to support women affected by homelessness.
  • Each VIP has personally selected items for a virtual Shoebox which can be purchased on The Shoebox Project website and is then gifted to women impacted by homelessness in communities across the country.
  • Each VIP box costs $100 and the donor has the opportunity to select the region they would like to support.
  • The Shoebox Project for Women collects and distributes gift-filled Shoeboxes to women impacted by homelessness.

The Home Depot Foundation Increases Investment to More than $100 Million in Support of Veterans Experiencing Homelessness

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

ATLANTA, June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Home Depot Foundation today announced its investment of an additional $6.4 million to combat veteran homelessness and support veteran housing initiatives.

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  • ATLANTA, June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Home Depot Foundation today announced its investment of an additional $6.4 million to combat veteran homelessness and support veteran housing initiatives.
  • Since 2011, the Foundation has contributed more than $100 million to organizations supporting veterans facing homelessness as part of a larger commitment to invest $500 million in veteran causes by 2025.
  • "Supporting veteran causes is core to our mission at The Home Depot Foundation," saidShannon Gerber, executive director, The Home Depot Foundation.
  • "The latest statistics from the Department of Housing and Urban Development tell us that, on any given night, approximately 37,000 veterans are experiencing homelessness.