The Philosophy of Rapid Re-Housing

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Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) is a key strategy in homeless response. RRH is appropriate for all kinds of people experiencing homelessness, since it combines short-term rental assistance with help locating housing and case management to help the client stabilize in housing. No wonder RRH has a strong evidence base and a history of bipartisan support! In this video, Kay Moshier McDivitt, Senior Technical Assistance Specialist with the National Alliance to End Homelessness, shares the philosophy behind Rapid Re-Housing. Stay tuned for more videos about how RRH can help address homelessness in your community.

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