Partners for HOME

Unraveling the Myths: Mental Health and Homelessness There are many questions and misunderstandings about the relationship between mental health and homelessness. Recently, Community Solutions, Inc. explored existing research and evidence on this topic. They asked experts in these fields to share their insights on common questions. Read on to see their perspectives and deepen your knowledge. https://lnkd.in/eeeAFQu2 #MentalHealth #Homelessness #CommunitySolutions #Research #ExpertInsights #Understanding

Atlanta Civic Circle shared earlier this week our perspective on today’s SCOTUS decision in the City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson. Our team at Partners for Home has been at the forefront of addressing homelessness in Atlanta. We cannot use this ruling as an excuse to shift the burden of this human problem onto law enforcement. Criminalization is not effective in reducing homelessness, rather it prolongs, and complicates the evidenced-based process of rehousing people and further traumatizes them. Fortunately, our community and Mayor are committed to creating a crisis response system that is resourced to develop housing solutions and to rehouse people who are homeless at the pace and scale we need to solve this critical issue. Homelessness is not a crime and we must continue to invest in housing solutions with the right complement of supportive services that end, rather than manage, a person’s homelessness. Discover how Partners for Home and our community are making strides toward ending homelessness. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/etxfTt_v #Homelessness #Atlanta #SCOTUS #CommunitySupport #PartnersForHome #CivicEngagement

Our efforts to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness continue. Partners For HOME has successfully housed 2,000 households in 2023, marking the highest annual rehousing rate to date. Since 2016, we have housed 12,500 neighbors, demonstrating significant progress in our efforts to reduce homelessness and provide stable housing solutions. However, the challenge persists as more individuals face homelessness. We are seeing new faces every day and many are struggling to make ends meet. As Mayor Andre Dickens says, Atlanta is a group project, and it's up to all of us, both in the City of Atlanta and the region, to support those experiencing homelessness. Together with Mayor Dickens and our dedicated Continuum of Care partners, we are committed to housing our neighbors and nurturing communities. Watch the video to see our collaborative efforts in action. 📸 Witness the power of unity and compassion in making a difference! #CommunitySupport #PartnersForHome #EndHomelessness #TogetherWeCan #HomeForEveryone #AtlantaStrong

LIFT 2.0 is a homeless response plan to house 1,500 households by December 31, 2024. With investments from private, City and State departments, the initiative launched in the summer of 2022 and is currently underway in the City of Atlanta. To stay abreast of the progress, community stakeholders can participate in monthly virtual meetings held the first Wednesday of each month from 9:30-0 a.m. Sign up for Wednesday's meeting (July 3) at https://rebrand.ly/554tq78

Partners for HOME, representing the Atlanta Continuum of Care, will hold a new member virtual orientation on July 2 from 9:30-11 a.m. for staff from newly joined organizations. The session will cover CoC and HUD program guidelines, along with initiatives to combat homelessness in Atlanta. Register at https://rebrand.ly/gh7cz7c

The Atlanta CoC’s ATL Youth Action Board (YAB) is looking for new members. Founded in 2016, YAB's mission is to advocate for and lead systemic change necessary to end youth homelessness in the City of Atlanta. Learn more about the requirements and apply at https://rebrand.ly/tsws5fq.

Partners for HOME will be sharing the Point-In-Time (PIT) Count data collected in 2024 at a webinar this Wednesday, June 26th, at 1 p.m. Register for the webinar and see more information about the PIT Count at https://rebrand.ly/k8l9wfg

Pride Month was established in 1999 by President Bill Clinton in recognition of the Stonewall Riots and gay activism throughout the years. In 2009, it was renamed LGBT pride month by President Barack Obama. In 2022, 28% of LGBTQ youth reported experiencing homelessness or housing instability at some point in their lives — and those who did had two to four times the odds of reporting depression, anxiety, self-harm, considering suicide, and attempting suicide compared to those with stable housing. For resources about supporting LGBTQ+ youth this Pride Month, visit https://lnkd.in/exRFs_by.

THIS THURSDAY: An effective response to homelessness requires permanent housing solutions with enough flexibility and options to meet an entire community’s diverse housing needs. But meeting these needs is a real challenge amid the nationwide housing affordability crisis. Rapid Re-Housing, as a program model, has the potential to be flexible and adaptable at the system, program, and individual levels. In Thursday's webinar—which is part of a roundtable series by the National Alliance to End Homelessness—hear from communities that are harnessing that flexibility to meet the moment and generate innovative and creative housing solutions. Register at https://rebrand.ly/8sye6j1

Happy work anniversary this month to Jasmine Cunningham, MPH and Linda Pitts! Thank you for your dedication and outstanding contributions! #TeamAppreciation #WorkAnniversary