Articles tagged as: homelessness
September 27, 2024
Indy to appoint ‘homelessness czar’ to prioritize permanent housing
The Mayor’s Leadership Council on Homelessness will consist of 17 members, including the czar.
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2024
Indianapolis to pay rent on 30 units to help reduce homelessness
The city of Indianapolis will pay rent on some 30 units later this year to get individuals and families off the street and into an apartment.
Read MoreAugust 23, 2024
Veteran homelessness declines in Indy, but racial disparities persist for Black vets
An annual census of people experiencing homelessness in Marion County on a single night in January, the 2024 Point-in-Time Count, shows veterans experiencing homelessness decreased by 7% from 2023.
Read MoreAugust 2, 2024
Homeless shelters can save lives, but advocates say Indianapolis needs more investment in housing
Indianapolis community members push for more investment in permanent housing as city moves forward with a new shelter dubbed the ‘Housing Hub’.
Read MoreAugust 1, 2024
The Checkup: 'The Fifth Branch' and a quest for a safer mental health crisis response
Many cities and counties across the country are implementing unarmed crisis response teams for calls involving nonviolent mental health crises. But there is a long way to go to serve some of America's most vulnerable people.
Read MoreJuly 10, 2024
Indianapolis unveils affordable housing unit for youth experiencing homelessness
Indianapolis officials and community leaders held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday for a new 48-unit apartment building offering affordable housing to city residents.
Read MoreJune 28, 2024
Homelessness increases slightly in Indianapolis, racial disparities persist
An annual census found 1,701 individuals experienced homelessness in Marion County on a single night in January, a five percent increase from last year.
Read MoreApril 15, 2024
New documentary from Indianapolis filmmaker explores solutions to homelessness
Documentarian Don Sawyer debuted his latest film this month, a search for solutions to homelessness around the country called Beyond the Bridge.
Read MoreMarch 21, 2024
New housing project gives young adults ‘second chance at another life’
Jake’s Place is a transitional housing complex. It was created by VOICES – a local nonprofit that provides resources to youth in the city.
Read MoreMarch 21, 2024
New supportive housing units open on the near north side
More than 50 new apartments are open to people in need of permanent supportive housing in Indianapolis as part of the city’s Housing to Recovery program.
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