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Imagine if we could end homelessness in the UK... What if we focused on: 1. Early Intervention Spotting signs of risk and acting fast. 2. Affordable Housing Ensuring everyone has a place they can afford. 3. Job Training Providing skills that lead to stable employment. 4. Mental Health Support Offering care for those struggling with mental health issues. 5. Substance Abuse Programs Helping people overcome addiction. 6. Financial Education Teaching smart money management to prevent crises. 7. Social Services Access Making it easy for people to get the help they need. 8. Community Support Building networks that offer a safety net. 9. Legal Aid Providing legal assistance to those in need. 10. Emergency Shelters Offering immediate, safe places to stay. 11. Long-term Solutions Creating sustainable plans for permanent housing. 12. Policy Change Advocating for laws that protect the vulnerable. Imagine if we did this.

According to recent statistics, approximately 589,464 people were experiencing homelessness. The fear of relapsing into homelessness after leaving transitional housing is a common concern for many individuals who have experienced housing instability. Why? ➡Aging-out foster youth may lack stable housing and support. ➡Young adults leaving foster care may face financial challenges. ➡Some individuals aging out of foster care lack essential life skills like budgeting. So, from my experience, you can: ➡Providing extended support services: housing assistance, case management, and counseling. ➡Offering transitional housing programs specifically designed for young adults. ➡Offering comprehensive life skills training programs covering topics such as budgeting, cooking, and job readiness. ➡Educating young adults about their rights as tenants and providing assistance with understanding leases.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded over $1 million to nearly two dozen public housing agencies across more than 15 states to combat homelessness among young adults transitioning out of foster care. Through the Foster Youth to Independence program, the funding aims to provide housing stability, education, counseling, and supportive services to vulnerable youth aged 18-25. Established in 2019, the program has helped administer over 5,000 housing vouchers, supporting young people in creating stable and self-sufficient futures. https://lnkd.in/g6bizrxG

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded over $1 million to nearly two dozen public housing agencies across more than 15 states to combat homelessness among young adults transitioning out of foster care. Through the Foster Youth to Independence program, the funding aims to provide housing stability, education, counseling, and supportive services to vulnerable youth aged 18-25. Established in 2019, the program has helped administer over 5,000 housing vouchers, supporting young people in creating stable and self-sufficient futures. https://lnkd.in/g6bizrxG

We can prevent homelessness with legal aid. We'll say it again: we can prevent homelessness with free, legal help to those who need it most. It's not simple, but to us, it's obvious: "The United States is the only developed nation in the world without universal access to legal aid, which helps explain why we continue to experience a record high homelessness population." Read more about the cost-effective solution we believe can change San Francisco entirely: https://lnkd.in/efaSsxx7

A housing strategy for vulnerable young people is a must do in BC.

We MUST not become insensitive to what is unaceptible. We effectivelly address homeleness by CREATING JOBS with LIVABLE WAGES. The federal minumum wage if $17,000 per years is immoral. A LIFE WITH DIGNITY to all people is sustained with LIVABLE WAGES and job creation. #jobcreation #livablewages

Practitioners working with and on behalf of adults at risk have an important role as changemakers within organisations. Explore a co-produced toolkit that offers a new approach to safeguarding adults experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage, rooted in social justice. https://ow.ly/6SY050RXWx5

In light of the pending Supreme Court case, City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, which challenges the criminalization of homelessness, it's time to reconsider our approach. Imagine if, instead of fines and citations, our police officers issued "support notices" to homeless individuals, connecting them directly with housing and support services. What if people were connected to resources and support instead of fines and citations? The current approach often traps individuals in a cycle of criminalization and poverty. By shifting to a supportive model, we can reduce barriers and offer real solutions to homelessness How can we rethink our policies to better support those in need? What innovative solutions have you seen in your community? #Homelessness #SocialImpact #PolicyChange #CommunitySupport #InnovativeSolutions #SupremeCourt

One of our National Care Leaver Asks is focused on raising awareness to improve care leavers' access to housing. This includes addressing the challenges posed by large upfront deposits, rent payments, and the need for guarantors, which can lead to homelessness among care leavers. Read more about each of our national asks 👇 https://lnkd.in/es7xmKNS  #Localgov #CareLeavers #StepAhead