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Published Thursday, October 30, 2008
One of the most critically acclaimed films of the past year will return to the Ruth Sokolof Theater for a free encore screening presented by Film Streams and the Metro Area Continuum of Care for the Homeless (MACCH) Youth Task Force.
Published Friday, October 24, 2008
A new approach is reflected in a plan adopted by Council Bluffs and Omaha leaders Thursday to end homelessness by 2018.
Published Thursday, October 16, 2008
Omaha, NE – On a frigid January night, 890 individuals and 89 families were homeless in our community.
Published Monday, August 11, 2008
"Chronic homelessness is more common in the Omaha metropolitan area than in the rest of the nation, according to a survey of those living on the city's streets and in shelters.
Published Sunday, August 10, 2008
A recently released survey of the Metro area's homeless population revealed a startling discovery, according to Erin Porterfield, executive director of the Metro Area Continuum of Care for the Homeless.
Published Thursday, May 29, 2008
"Those who assist the homeless envision a time when they can offer both a place to live and the support services needed to keep people housed.
Published Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Metro Area Continuum of Care for the Homeless counted 1,197 people experiencing homelessness in the Metro during its annual point in time count on Jan.
Published Thursday, February 7, 2008
The annual “Point in Time” count of Omaha’s homeless was completed Jan.
Published Thursday, January 31, 2008
"As the sun rose today, homeless-service workers and volunteers trolled the back alleys, nooks and crannies and woods of Omaha and Council Bluffs where homeless people usually are found.
Published Monday, January 28, 2008
On Thursday, local providers and volunteers will be counting people experiencing homelessness within a three-hour timeframe in Pottawattamie County, as well as in Douglas and Sarpy counties in Nebraska.
Published Thursday, November 8, 2007
"As area shelters prepare for another winter with too few beds, Omahans will gather today to begin planning for more and better housing options to prevent people from ever needing a shelter bed.
Published Tuesday, August 14, 2007
"Omaha's homeless services stand apart from other cities in two key areas — a lack of permanent housing options and a heavy reliance on private funding.
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