Is it too late to say Happy New Year? At the Alliance we have spent the past several weeks looking ahead to what we think 2024 will bring for homelessness and housing issues, and how we as a field can […]
Author: Ann Oliva
Making Progress on Homelessness Requires Support for Our Workforce
People ask me all the time in this tough environment what gives me hope. I always respond that it’s the people I work with and get to meet when I travel. All across the country, I’ve met homeless service providers […]
The Housing ACCESS Act: A Pathway to Supportive Housing
It is challenging to create supportive housing, no matter where you are in the country. For people with extremely low incomes who also face disabilities or complex health challenges, providing supportive housing can be a multifaceted task. It necessitates a […]
Housing First is a Matter of Health
Chronic homelessness is linked to poor health outcomes and higher risk of mortality. People experiencing homelessness often experience trauma on the street or in shelters, which creates long-standing adverse impacts. Having safe, stable housing is essential to a person’s health. […]
Remembering Bill Block
Although you may have never heard his name, he is someone who has positively impacted the lives of many people across the nation — including mine. My friend Bill passed away on August 19 and I want to take some […]