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NORRISTOWN, PA — A groundbreaking solution to homelessness is taking shape in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, with Montgomery County’s announcement of a new year-round short-term supportive housing facility. Set to open in 2025, …
Montgomery County Opens Bold New Chapter in Homelessness Fight with Year-Round Shelter in Lansdale Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is stepping up its fight against Veteran homelessness with three ambitious new initiatives aimed at getting veterans off the streets and into …
VA Takes Bold Steps to Combat Veteran Homelessness with New Funding and Initiatives Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA – The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has made a significant impact this fall through education, outreach, and support programs aimed at addressing local challenges. From partnering …
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Delivers Support and Awareness Through Fall Initiatives Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has successfully completed its Shoe Drive Event, highlighting its effort to support unhoused students and bring attention to the barriers they …
Chester County Intermediate Unit Shoe Drive Supports Unhoused Students During Homelessness Awareness Week Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) have released the 2024 …
Historic Decline in Veteran Homelessness: Discover the Strategies Behind the 2024 Breakthrough Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The troubling rise in youth homelessness in Pennsylvania has prompted state lawmakers and advocates to focus on legislative measures designed to address this critical issue. Recent data reveals …
Pennsylvania Confronts Rising Youth Homelessness with Legislative Initiatives Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a milestone achievement, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the successful housing of 47,925 veterans experiencing homelessness during the fiscal year 2024. This …
VA Exceeds Homeless Veteran Housing Goals for Fiscal Year 2024 Read More
EXTON, PA — The Chester County Library & District Center will host a Housing Fair on Tuesday, October 29 from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. This event is intended to aid unhoused …
Chester County Library to Host Housing Fair on October 29th Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced that it has successfully housed 43,116 Veterans experiencing homelessness between October 2023 and August 2024. This achievement exceeds …
VA Surpasses Goal in Housing Homeless Veterans, Marking a Significant Milestone Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has taken a significant step to address the issue of Veteran homelessness by announcing the award of $806.4 million in grants. …
VA Announces $806.4 Million in Grants to Aid Homeless and At-Risk Veterans Read More