Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Cisco has always supported nonprofits working to help at-risk people and families, especially during humanitarian crises. Since March, we’ve provided additional funding to three strategic nonprofit partners that are working to help our most vulnerable citizens access the care and services they need. Here is how they are taking action: Destination: Home…
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By Andrew Fraieli Homelessness is not a choice. People do not choose or generally plan, to lose their home or source of income. People do not choose to rely on public property as a place to sleep at night, they do not choose to have the sidewalk as their living…
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Unfortunately, Picture the Homeless has had to close our doors for a few days for liability purposes. The board regrets having had to make this decision. We are aiming to…
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Mayor Lightfoot’s 2022 budget proposal unveiled on September 20 provides significant new resources to address homelessness. The new funding is included in her Chicago Recovery Plan which allocates the Local Fiscal Recovery Fund dollars included in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). This initial investment is proof that organizing works. CCH and its partners Right to Recovery, Bring Chicago Home, and the Chicago Continuum of…
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Ever since my ex-wife hit the gas on her Subaru and hauled off 337 lbs in sum and 38 cumulative years of warm-bodied, properly-reared children, whose stake I might very well have laid equal claim to, had I qwelled fast enough the overly-intelligent, premium Jack of Ass who takes up…
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This week is extremely important for federal legislation and homelessness: it could be the week that the House votes on a $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation package that includes significant investments in low-income housing and supportive housing services. The House Financial Services Committee has approved investments of $90 billion for permanent…
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The National Coalition for Housing Justice (NCHJ) is aligned behind seeking housing justice in order to end homelessness, including youth homelessness. The national organizations that make up the NCHJ represent advocates and leaders in national efforts to end homelessness. Today, the coalition released the following statement, condemning the ongoing use of law enforcement…
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With musical styles from Jazz to Classic Rock, Gerry Rothchild Band promises a night for all musical tastes this year’s Evening for the Station event and silent auction. Encouraging guests back onto the dance floor while adding to the evening’s entertainment, dance intermissions will feature a dance troop leading guests in…
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By: Kimberly Johnson The Upstate Homeless Training Resource System is a collaboration between the Professional Development Program (PDP), Rockefeller College, University at Albany, SUNY, and the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. This project aims to reduce time individuals spend experiencing homelessness by providing trainings for homeless services providers….
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