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Mary McGee Heins's avatar

Great article, Fran! It's inspiring to read about your work and projects like Motels4Now. That federal monies that are being allocated to alleviate this problem in our country is testimony that our lawmakers recognize that it's a big problem. But it is people like you with their feet on the ground who make this happen! With the various frustrations involved, it's got to be the hardest undertaking! I admire all you people who are willing and able to take it on. Your newsletters are always inspiring!

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Three Melissas's avatar

I love what you describe as the Motels4Now model! It would be great if we would clone it. HOWEVER…what do we do about the millions of those who don’t fit HUD’s narrow definition of homelessness? The HousingFirst approach, while not perfect, also excludes many families, youth and adults who have lost housing. Many will “grow into” the HUD version of homelessness, an unacceptable outcome for all.

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