New Jersey’s homeless population has risen 17% over the past few years, and there aren't enough resources to properly help unhoused people.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:57How a Supreme Court ruling empowers Pa. towns — and threatens unhoused people
"It's setting a lot of dangerous precedents," said Chris Brickhouse of Better Days Ahead, "with more people entering poverty and being on the edge of poverty."
3 weeks ago
The decision comes nearly a year after Project HOME co-founders Sister Mary Scullion and Joan McConnon announced they would be stepping down.
1 month ago
Listen 1:14Delaware count finds ‘unsurprising’ 9% increase state’s homeless population
With homelessness rising, trends include an increase in homeless children, individuals aged 55 and older and Black communities accounting for 60% of the affected population.
2 months ago
Listen 1:21After Kensington encampment shutdown, what’s next for Philly’s plan to address the addiction crisis?
City police and outreach workers continue to monitor the area of Kensington’s open-air drug market as harm reduction workers provide a bridge to support services.
2 months ago
Point-in-time count offers ‘snapshot’ of homelessness in Montgomery County
The count showed an uptick in people experiencing homelessness — although more people were in emergency shelters rather than outdoors compared to the year before.
3 months ago
Kensington sweep ‘doesn’t make a dent’ but is a start, says City Council member
Councilmember Quetcy Lozada was at K&A as the city cleared encampments Wednesday morning. "I wasn't disappointed,” she said, “I was just concerned.”
3 months ago
Sanctuary Village is exploring suburban alternatives for tiny homes after Philly setback
The nonprofit is assessing interest, opportunities and funding in Montgomery, Bucks and Delaware counties.
3 months ago
The neighborhood has been the center of at least 10 such sweeps. The move has left some residents and business owners wondering about its long-term efficacy.
3 months ago
Listen 7:11After city clears out Kensington encampment, reactions are deeply split
Is this the start of a transformation, or just one more of the many cleanups the neighborhood has seen over the years?
3 months ago
Pottstown officials demand answers after rumors spread over Philadelphia homeless encampments
Philadelphia is planning to shut down areas around Kensington and Allegheny avenues on Wednesday.
3 months ago
Listen 1:12A federal court decision that protects the constitutional rights of homeless Pottstown residents could be overruled by the high court this summer.
3 months ago
Listen 4:07A Supreme Court case could have major implications for homelessness in Philly region
Some legal scholars believe the Supreme Court’s decision could have far-reaching consequences beyond the issue of homelessness.
4 months ago
The Tudor-style manor opened on Valentine’s Day and will be home to 25 disabled women who experienced homelessness.
5 months ago
Gwynedd Mercy University, Montgomery County Community College and several community partners teamed up and launched the College Student Basic Needs Program.
6 months ago