Greensboro Urban Ministry takes new approach to winter sheltering with the help of local churches
The program will provide more than 150 beds during the winter for those in need in the city of Greensboro.
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After year of controversy, Greensboro's Interactive Resource Center looks for reset
The nonprofit's leadership discussed what's next for the day center and some of the challenges faced over the past year.
Greensboro City Council considers new policy for homelessness services
As the number of people without housing continues to grow, Greensboro City Council is considering implementing a policy to ensure local residents receive priority with services.
Homeless shelter shortages may leave some out in the cold
Rising rents and a shortage of affordable housing have contributed to more homelessness across much of the country and in parts of North Carolina.
Medical respite offers refuge for homeless people recovering from illness
A growing number of private insurance companies are starting to invest in medical respite — a decades-old way of caring for homeless people. Here's what's driving the trend.
NYC homeless advocates say Mayor Eric Adams' street sweeps aren't working
Homeless advocates say the NYC mayor's approach fails to consider the needs of at-risk populations.
Guilford County looks for ways to address homeless housing needs
Guilford County Commissioners are considering a proposal to help address homelessness in the community. That includes efforts to find additional temporary shelter opportunities at local hotels.
California Turned Pandemic Rentals Into Permanent Housing For Homeless People
California leased hotel rooms for unhoused residents during the pandemic to move them out of crowded shelters. Then it bought some of those hotels to create long-term homes for them.
Millions Could Face Eviction With Federal Moratorium Ending And A Logjam In Aid
Congress approved $47 billion to help struggling renters avoid eviction. But that money still isn't reaching many who need it. And an eviction moratorium from the CDC expires at the end of the month.
Losing It All: Mobile Home Owners Evicted Over Small Debts During Pandemic
Mobile home owners right now are twice as likely as other homeowners to be behind on housing payments. And some are losing their homes over small amounts of rent they owe for land the home sits on.