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Civic and Community Engagement
Housing
Over 37,000 apply for PHA housing vouchers, only 10,000 to make the final round
Nearly 64.6 percent indicated they were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. | From Al Día News (Read more.)
Housing
Philly’s first tiny house village could open by summer. Is it an answer to homelessness?
Philadelphia has resisted the trend, but the 2020 Parkway encampment forced the city to reconsider the low-cost housing option. | From: The Philadelphia Inquirer (Read more.)
Housing
Local organization aids those experiencing homelessness in Rittenhouse Square
Founded in Nov. 2021, Open Hearts Cafe dedicates every Sunday and Tuesday, producing nearly 300 meals weekly to serve those in need. From: Metro Philadelphia (Read more.)
coronavirus
Report describes COVID’s impact on Philly housing
A new annual report from the Philadelphia Department of Public Health provides a snapshot of city life during the first several months of the pandemic, highlighting the impact of COVID-19 on housing, as well as a variety of health outcomes. | From: Plan Philly (Read more.)
Community and Family
Philadelphia majorly undercounts homeless youth, advocates warn
Eighteen to 24-year-olds often “couch surf” if they can, and generally avoid agency services. | From: Billy Penn (Read more.)
Civic and Community Engagement
Voting while homeless poses challenges, but solutions exist
Having a permanent address, physically getting to a polling place and confusion about identification requirements have been barriers to voting for people experiencing homelessness. | From: Philadelphia Gay News (Read more.)
Community and Family
Community leaders offer honorable burials for 23 formerly homeless Philadelphians
In coordination with interfaith group members, SELF, Inc. allowed 23 formerly homeless Philadelphians a proper burial at Mount Peace Cemetery. | From: AL DÍA (Read more.)
Community and Family
The city said it’s not discarding homeless possessions. Do these AirTags tell a different story?
Advocates and people experiencing homelessness have long alleged that the City of Philadelphia routinely discards the possessions of individuals living on the streets. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)