We Are Well on Our Way: CCUSA Healthy Housing Initiative (Year Two Report)
April 13, 2022
The CCUSA Healthy Housing Initiative (HHI) pilot program combines healthcare and housing services in five cities to help the chronically homeless get off and remain off the streets.
Summary
The five-year Healthy Housing Initiative has been piloted in five cities – Detroit, Las Vegas, Portland (Oregon), St. Louis and Spokane – where Catholic Charities staff are developing housing units, cultivating partnerships with Catholic healthcare systems, training case managers and engaging clients.
Despite a global pandemic and numerous other adversities, the HHI program reached significant milestones by its second year. For instance, 231 women, men and children – approximately 25% of the overall goal – have been housed and served utilizing the “housing first” approach.
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Healthy Housing Reports
The Healthy Housing Initiative is a five-year pilot program that links persons experiencing chronic homelessness with housing and healthcare services to help them remain off the streets.
I have found a place where I can leave my shame behind.
Jason, HHI client
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