How California is Using TANF to End Homelessness

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The State of California recognizes that housing is a key component of families’ health, economic and social well-being. In order to meet this need, the state is using a rapid re-housing approach to provide housing for families experiencing homelessness and has created a new program within Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to pay for it.

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