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November is Homelessness Awareness Month, a time to step back and recognize the reality that homelessness can happen to anyone. Life is unpredictable, and sometimes, it takes only one unexpected turn to find ourselves in situations we never imagined. It’s not that people don’t care, but that homelessness can be a hard issue to look at closely—it’s often easier to compartmentalize or look away from something that stirs up so many emotions. Whether you’re a policymaker, a community leader, or a concerned neighbor, this month invites each of us to take a moment and face the complexity of homelessness. It’s not just about a lack of housing; it’s about support systems, opportunities, and our shared responsibility to build sustainable solutions. This November, consider reaching out to your local agencies or Continuum of Care (CoC) organizations. Ask how you can learn more, advocate, or volunteer.

It's easy to discuss the issue of homelessness as something abstract, but when we consider that the people affected are individuals with stories and lives just like our own, it becomes deeply personal. Asking "What if it were me?" brings the issue closer to home, emphasizing that circumstances can change in an instant for any of us. This shift from seeing homelessness as an issue to realizing it's about people—friends, neighbors, ourselves—can ignite empathy and action. How would you want others to respond if you were the person in need? #WorldHomelessDay #StarGospelMission #EverybodyDeservesAHome #BrighterTogether #CharlestonSC #FaithInAction #EndHomelessness #TransformingHeartsAndLives #SGMCares #HousingForAll

As the Executive Director of The Salvation Army Great Lakes Harbor Light System, I witness the heartbreaking reality of homelessness every day. These are real people—people who are mothers, fathers, sons, and daughters—who’ve lost their homes because they couldn’t afford rent, a medical bill, or survived a violent situation. For many, life’s circumstances became too much to bear, and now they are fighting just to survive. I do what I do because Christ’s love and compassion changed my life and gave me a purpose beyond my own. I believe we are called to care for each other, to love, forgive, and fight for justice for those who have little to no voice. Through God’s grace, I’ve been given a platform to serve, and with over 20 years of ministry experience, I use that platform to advocate for health, housing, education, and justice for our most vulnerable communities. Consider this: - 78% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, and that number continues to grow. - 29% of Americans can’t even cover their basic living expenses. - Nearly half of those living paycheck to paycheck have less than $2,000 in savings. One illness, one accident, one missed paycheck is all it takes for so many to lose their home. Homelessness isn’t a distant reality; it’s a struggle that could touch any of us. But there is hope. Together, through compassion, community, and action, we can make a difference. Before you scroll past, ask yourself: What if it were you? #EndHomelessness #ChampionForTheVoiceless #FaithInAction #SupportOurCommunities #LoveLikeChrist #DoingTheMostGood

What if homelessness wasn't just a statistic but a face—a story—a friend? This eye-opening trailer for No Address dives into the harsh realities of homelessness in America. Through the voices of real people, we uncover the startling truths: 💔 40% of homeless individuals aged 50+ became homeless after 50. 🎒 1.5 million children experiencing homelessness in public schools. 💵 Billions spent, yet the crisis worsens. 💊 Deadly drugs like fentanyl turning neighborhoods into battlegrounds. From tragic policy failures to stories of resilience, No Address asks: Are we past the tipping point? This is more than an issue. It’s a call to action. How did we get here? And more importantly, how do we change? Watch the trailer. Join the conversation. Be the difference. #NoAddressMovie #EndHomelessness #HousingForAll #SocialJustice #HomelessnessAwareness #PolicyChangeNeeded

What if homelessness wasn't just a statistic but a face—a story—a friend? This eye-opening trailer for No Address dives into the harsh realities of homelessness in America. Through the voices of real people, we uncover the startling truths: 💔 40% of homeless individuals aged 50+ became homeless after 50. 🎒 1.5 million children experiencing homelessness in public schools. 💵 Billions spent, yet the crisis worsens. 💊 Deadly drugs like fentanyl turning neighborhoods into battlegrounds. From tragic policy failures to stories of resilience, No Address asks: Are we past the tipping point? This is more than an issue. It’s a call to action. How did we get here? And more importantly, how do we change? Watch the trailer. Join the conversation. Be the difference. #NoAddressMovie #EndHomelessness #HousingForAll #SocialJustice #HomelessnessAwareness #PolicyChangeNeeded

Moving with urgency and compassion, we can make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring in CA. Learn more about how CA is prioritizing shelter and services when addressing homeless encampments on state property https://lnkd.in/gZrJ9GBC

When you put the client first, you can expect great outcomes.

🏠 No young person or woman should have to face homelessness. For over 30 years your help has supported over 67,000 people, providing not just a safe place to stay, but also the help they need to rebuild their lives. Homelessness is more than just not having a home—it’s a complex problem that needs special support. Learn more about what we do and all the ways you can help 👉 https://ow.ly/4gqJ50T4Nvx

This is an excellent article by two leading advocates for affordable housing and eradicating homelessness. One key takeaway comes from this quote: "While people enduring homelessness often face serious challenges—joblessness, health problems, domestic abuse, racial discrimination—placing them rapidly into a permanent home with supportive services is the most effective way of keeping them permanently off the streets. A 2021 study showed that prioritizing housing with services decreased homelessness by 88 percent. It's also a good investment. An independent CDC panel found that for every dollar invested in such housing, taxpayers realize $1.44 in savings." - We all win if we do the right thing. The recent Supreme Court decision criminalizing homelessness does the opposite.