Jennifer and others who are unable to climb the steps of the shelter, and those unsheltered should not have to worry about a hot meal, shelter, and a warm place to lay their heads. Temperatures continue to drop and people are still on the streets. They need help. #SharetheLight
Homelessness is hard. Now imagine being disabled and most homeless services are not wheelchair user accessible. Jennifer can get into the lobby of the nearest shelter, but after that, the stairs prevent her from further access.
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Tomorrow the nation will celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This is recognized as a day of service in America, and people are encouraged to give back to their communities on this day in honor of Dr. King 🧡
Find volunteer opportunities here: https://t.co/fE3wSQFqbC
"Homelessness is our country’s most urgent, tragic and solvable crisis and one that demands immediate action. The price of inaction is steep, affecting people from every walk of life, of every political stripe, in every community." - @dianeyentel https://t.co/PCRvyHGK3T
"When we see a 12% increase [in homelessness] over the course of one year, it should be a call to action for all of us who are concerned about people living unsheltered across this country." - @annymoliva https://t.co/grbJoIGPEK
Encampment sweeps may reduce the visibility of homelessness in the short term.
But what ultimately solves homelessness in the long term?
Housing.
Accessible, affordable, available housing.
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On January 15th, we will celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. A day of remembrance and service in America. Today we want to highlight an article from our partners at @oregonfoodbank on the legacy of Dr. King.
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