We are thrilled to share some exciting news from Housing Is! After months of dedicated collaboration with partners, Prevent Child Abuse America, SchoolHouse Connection, and ZERO TO THREE, we’ve launched Thrive From The Start—a cross-sector effort dedicated to address homelessness among infants and toddlers as well as expectant parents. Together, we’re ensuring that babies and their families have access to safe, stable, and nurturing support.
From News on 6 Oklahoma City:
"Plans to decrease homelessness with new housing are underway as the Oklahoma City Housing Authority (OCHA) works to close the affordable housing gap many people face.
OCHA recently received more than 10 million dollars from The Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS 4). This money is just one part of five allocations over an eight to 10-year period going toward different housing projects throughout Oklahoma City.
From News on 6 Oklahoma City:
"Plans to decrease homelessness with new housing are underway as the Oklahoma City Housing Authority (OCHA) works to close the affordable housing gap many people face.
OCHA recently received more than 10 million dollars from The Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS 4). This money is just one part of five allocations over an eight to 10-year period going toward different housing projects throughout Oklahoma City.
From KBPS San Diego:
"The San Diego Housing Commission's Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a new 210-bed homeless shelter program for women and children on Feb. 14.
The city will pay for the beds, but the housing commission will contract with Catholic Charities, Diocese of San Diego to operate the shelter — Rachel's Promise Center for Women and Children.
Grant to Support Policy Agenda Addressing Homelessness for Infants, Toddlers, Expectant Parents, and Their Families
The King County Housing Authority has put together a short booklet on their role in addressing homelessness in their community.
View the Booklet Here
From Home Forward's press release: