An influx of new ESG-CV funds has the potential to help countless people exit homelessness and stay safer and healthier during the pandemic — but only if it is efficiently and effectively targeted.
That means a focus on those who are already homeless: https://t.co/pFhlqs24B5
Point-In-Time Count data and other data collected through the Coordinated Entry System gives us insight into our homeless service system. People of all backgrounds and identities must call out discrimination and demand its removal from our society. 💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿
A sobering fact from the 2020 Homeless Count:
In L.A. County, 8% of the overall population is Black, but 34% of people experiencing homelessness are Black.
This ☝️is what structural racism looks like.
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The IRS and US Treasury launched a new tool to help people who normally don’t file taxes to register for Economic Impact Payments. --> https://t.co/mNnEgG3kZs
"Housing is more than a basic need—it’s a key part to healthcare."
YES 🏠 + 🏥
People without safe, stable homes face many additional risks that worsen chronic health conditions and negatively impact their quality of life.
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The County of Santa Barbara is in search of community members seeking ways to get involved in volunteer opportunities that support the various COVID19 related projects. Learn More ➡️ https://t.co/xZqGlxezAV
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Efforts of Street Outreach workers are critical & they are putting their health on the line every day to serve the most vulnerable. Their work—especially now—is vital in our efforts to get to everyone #HomeForGood!
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Our Street Outreach Teams & Emergency Shelter Partner Agency providers need your help!
Questions? For countywide volunteer needs ➡️ https://t.co/M8l74I92t6 (COVID-19 Volunteer Needs) or
[email protected] 805-451-5604
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